What is the current water temperature in Santa Monica?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Santa Monica?

As of now, in Santa Monica, the water temperature is 21.88°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Santa Monica

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Santa Monica. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

71.4

°F

December 2, 04:25

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

71.2°F

Tomorrow:

71.2°F

Sunrise:

06:11

Sunset:

19:56

Day Length:

13 h. 45 min.

Santa Monica in December

Minimum:

76.6°F

Average:

78.8°F

Maximum:

81.2°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Monica today

As of now, in Santa Monica, the water temperature is 71.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.7°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 76.0°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 71.8°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 71.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Santa Monica

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 18	71.1°F	73.6°F	73.2°F
Nov 19	70.4°F	73.1°F	73.0°F
Nov 20	70.3°F	73.3°F	73.0°F
Nov 21	71.6°F	73.3°F	72.9°F
Nov 22	71.2°F	73.3°F	73.1°F
Nov 23	71.8°F	73.4°F	73.4°F
Nov 24	71.6°F	73.3°F	73.2°F
Nov 25	69.9°F	73.6°F	73.1°F
Nov 26	70.7°F	74.8°F	73.2°F
Nov 27	70.4°F	74.4°F	73.3°F
Nov 28	71.5°F	74.5°F	73.4°F
Nov 29	70.2°F	74.3°F	73.1°F
Nov 30	70.8°F	74.3°F	73.5°F
Dec 1	71.2°F	74.6°F	73.9°F
Dec 2	71.4°F	74.7°F	74.1°F
Dec 3	71.2°F	74.7°F	73.9°F
Dec 4	71.3°F	74.6°F	74.0°F
Dec 5	71.2°F	74.6°F	74.0°F
Dec 6	71.2°F	74.0°F	74.0°F
Dec 7	71.7°F	75.3°F	74.4°F
Dec 8	71.5°F	75.2°F	74.2°F
Dec 9	71.5°F	75.0°F	74.2°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Santa Monica by month

In Santa Monica, the months December through April offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 157 swimming days.

The warmest water in Santa Monica was recorded on February 6, 2025, reaching a 83.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on June 14, 2016, dipping to 59.3°F. The average readings by season are 77.8°F in Winter, 74.8°F in Spring, 65.4°F in Summer, and 69.2°F in Autumn.