Which is warmer — Monastery Beach or Monterey State Beach?

In September, Monastery Beach and Monterey State Beach typically share the same sea temperature (16.0°C). Live sensors on this page update hourly and can shift the winner day-to-day.

How far apart are Monastery Beach and Monterey State Beach?

Roughly 9 km in great-circle distance.

Which beach has better swimming conditions in September?

Monastery Beach scores 58/100 (Fair) and Monterey State Beach scores 58/100 (Fair) based on typical September sea temperature.

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Monastery Beach vs Monterey State Beach

Side-by-side sea temperature, swim score and wave conditions. The two beaches sit roughly 9 km apart.

Carmel-by-the-Sea, United States

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Monthly average 16.0°C

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Monterey, United States

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Monthly average 16.0°C

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Which beach should I pick?

In September, Monastery Beach averages 16.0°C and Monterey State Beach averages 16.0°C. The two beaches are 9 km apart on the Pacific Ocean.

For families, Monterey State Beach is the safer pick — shallow, calm and accessible.

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