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Water temperature in Santa Maria

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Santa Maria. 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.
Sea temperature in Santa Maria now

78.0

°F

August 5, 19:12

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

77.4°F

Tomorrow:

77.8°F

Sunrise:

06:13

Sunset:

19:02

Day Length:

12 h. 49 min.

Santa Maria in August

Minimum:

72.4°F

Average:

74.1°F

Maximum:

75.6°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Maria today

As of now, in Santa Maria, the water temperature is 78.0°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.3°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 80.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 75.5°F on 2018.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 78.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 77.8°F, while the maximum might reach 78.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Santa Maria

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 22 77.3°F 76.7°F 76.7°F
Jul 23 77.1°F 76.0°F 76.8°F
Jul 24 76.7°F 75.9°F 76.5°F
Jul 25 75.4°F 75.9°F 76.7°F
Jul 26 76.4°F 77.5°F 76.7°F
Jul 27 76.9°F 78.7°F 77.1°F
Jul 28 77.5°F 78.6°F 77.2°F
Jul 29 76.8°F 78.6°F 77.0°F
Jul 30 77.7°F 78.5°F 77.1°F
Jul 31 77.5°F 77.2°F 77.0°F
Aug 1 77.0°F 77.8°F 77.4°F
Aug 2 77.0°F 77.5°F 77.8°F
Aug 3 77.7°F 77.9°F 78.0°F
Aug 4 77.4°F 77.7°F 77.7°F
Aug 5 78.0°F 77.9°F 77.8°F
Aug 6 77.8°F 77.2°F 77.6°F
Aug 7 78.3°F 78.3°F 78.0°F
Aug 8 78.5°F 79.3°F 78.2°F
Aug 9 78.8°F 78.8°F 78.5°F
Aug 10 78.7°F 78.7°F 78.4°F
Aug 11 78.7°F 78.7°F 78.4°F
Aug 12 78.4°F 78.3°F 78.1°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 Maria by month

In Santa Maria, the months June through January offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 220 swimming days.
The warmest water in Santa Maria was recorded on October 18, 2023, reaching a 83.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 20, 2018, dipping to 67.8°F. The average readings by season are 73.6°F in Winter, 72.0°F in Spring, 76.2°F in Summer, and 80.0°F in Autumn.