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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

77.8

°F

July 24, 20:13

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

76.7°F

Tomorrow:

78.0°F

Sunrise:

06:10

Sunset:

19:06

Day Length:

12 h. 56 min.

Santa Maria in August

Minimum:

72.8°F

Average:

74.3°F

Maximum:

75.6°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Maria today

As of now, in Santa Maria, the water temperature is 77.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise 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 79.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 74.1°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 78.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 78.0°F, while the maximum might reach 78.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Santa Maria

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 10 74.4°F 76.3°F 75.7°F
Jul 11 74.9°F 76.4°F 75.3°F
Jul 12 75.1°F 75.9°F 75.3°F
Jul 13 75.7°F 77.1°F 75.4°F
Jul 14 75.6°F 75.4°F 75.5°F
Jul 15 75.7°F 76.4°F 75.8°F
Jul 16 75.3°F 75.2°F 75.9°F
Jul 17 75.3°F 76.4°F 75.9°F
Jul 18 76.9°F 76.7°F 76.2°F
Jul 19 76.9°F 76.9°F 76.3°F
Jul 20 76.4°F 77.4°F 76.4°F
Jul 21 76.6°F 76.2°F 76.3°F
Jul 22 78.0°F 77.3°F 76.8°F
Jul 23 76.7°F 77.1°F 76.8°F
Jul 24 77.8°F 76.7°F 76.5°F
Jul 25 78.0°F 75.4°F 76.7°F
Jul 26 78.1°F 76.4°F 76.8°F
Jul 27 78.4°F 76.9°F 77.1°F
Jul 28 78.4°F 77.5°F 77.2°F
Jul 29 78.2°F 76.8°F 76.9°F
Jul 30 78.3°F 77.7°F 77.0°F
Jul 31 78.2°F 77.5°F 76.9°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 225 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 73.7°F in Winter, 72.1°F in Spring, 76.2°F in Summer, and 80.0°F in Autumn.