Water temperature in Santa Monica
82.6
°F
February 19, 11:30
Trend:
stableYesterday:
81.9°FTomorrow:
82.6°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
12 h. 55 min.Santa Monica in February
Minimum:
76.1°FAverage:
77.8°FMaximum:
79.0°FSea water temperature in Santa Monica today
As of now, in Santa Monica, the water temperature is 82.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 3.3°F higher 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 stay about the same.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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.6°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 77.1°F on 2018.
Daily water temperature in Santa Monica
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5 | 80.3°F | 82.0°F | 79.8°F |
| Feb 6 | 81.2°F | 83.4°F | 79.8°F |
| Feb 7 | 81.9°F | 82.8°F | 79.8°F |
| Feb 8 | 80.9°F | 82.0°F | 79.5°F |
| Feb 9 | 82.2°F | 80.7°F | 79.6°F |
| Feb 10 | 82.0°F | 80.9°F | 79.4°F |
| Feb 11 | 82.2°F | 81.6°F | 79.6°F |
| Feb 12 | 82.5°F | 81.5°F | 79.3°F |
| Feb 13 | 82.6°F | 80.5°F | 79.3°F |
| Feb 14 | 81.6°F | 80.2°F | 79.2°F |
| Feb 15 | 81.5°F | 81.6°F | 79.4°F |
| Feb 16 | 82.1°F | 81.7°F | 79.5°F |
| Feb 17 | 82.1°F | 82.5°F | 79.4°F |
| Feb 18 | 81.9°F | 81.9°F | 79.4°F |
| Feb 19 | 82.6°F | 81.6°F | 79.3°F |
| Feb 20 | 82.6°F | 81.3°F | 79.3°F |
| Feb 21 | 82.3°F | 80.2°F | 79.0°F |
| Feb 22 | 82.4°F | 79.7°F | 79.1°F |
| Feb 23 | 82.5°F | 80.9°F | 79.3°F |
| Feb 24 | 82.8°F | 81.3°F | 79.5°F |
| Feb 25 | 82.9°F | 81.2°F | 79.6°F |
| Feb 26 | 82.8°F | 81.0°F | 79.5°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.