Pacific water temperature
Pacific, Santa Cruz / Main Beach · Sea/Coast
The current water temperature at Pacific is 15.9 °C (as of September 20, 2026, source: NOAA NDBC).
The sea lags the air by weeks: the warmest water often arrives after the warmest days. Measured buoy values show this honestly.
Water quality
Official EPA rating: sufficientMeasurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 617 data points since July 22, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 14.3 °C on August 29, 2026 · highest value: 18.3 °C on September 2, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 14.4 °C and 18.3 °C.
The current value is 0.2 °C below the September average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Pacific
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Pacific right now?
The current water temperature is 15.9 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Pacific?
Currently 15.9 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Pacific in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 16.1 °C.
When is the water warmest at Pacific?
Across the measurement record, August is on average the warmest month (16.5 °C).
How is the water quality at Pacific?
The official classification is: sufficient.
