Can you swim here today?
Malva Real Anchorage
California · Bay
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Malva Real Anchorage is 71°F (22°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46251, 19.4 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and westward 60 nm including San Miguel and Santa Rosa… and other areas.
- A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and westward 60 nm including San Miguel and Santa Rosa… and other areas. — NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
- Water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 46251, as of Aug 22, 10:56 AM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
71°F
22°C
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy 46251 (19.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:56 AM UTC.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.