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Water temperature in San Francisco

Detailed information about the current water temperature in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco now

81.8

°F

December 6, 23:56

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

82.1°F

Tomorrow:

81.6°F

Sunrise:

06:02

Sunset:

17:16

Day Length:

11 h. 14 min.

San Francisco in December

Minimum:

79.0°F

Average:

80.8°F

Maximum:

82.1°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 81.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.3°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 80.6°F on 2021.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in San Francisco

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 22 82.3°F 84.1°F 82.7°F
Nov 23 82.5°F 83.7°F 82.6°F
Nov 24 82.7°F 83.6°F 82.7°F
Nov 25 82.7°F 83.5°F 82.7°F
Nov 26 82.6°F 83.3°F 82.5°F
Nov 27 83.1°F 83.2°F 82.6°F
Nov 28 82.8°F 82.6°F 82.5°F
Nov 29 82.7°F 82.0°F 82.5°F
Nov 30 82.5°F 81.9°F 82.4°F
Dec 1 82.2°F 81.8°F 82.4°F
Dec 2 82.3°F 81.7°F 82.3°F
Dec 3 82.1°F 81.6°F 82.2°F
Dec 4 82.1°F 81.6°F 82.2°F
Dec 5 82.1°F 81.5°F 82.2°F
Dec 6 81.8°F 81.3°F 82.0°F
Dec 7 81.6°F 81.1°F 81.9°F
Dec 8 81.6°F 81.1°F 81.9°F
Dec 9 81.6°F 81.0°F 81.9°F
Dec 10 81.7°F 81.0°F 82.0°F
Dec 11 81.6°F 80.4°F 81.9°F
Dec 12 81.5°F 80.6°F 81.8°F
Dec 13 81.4°F 80.6°F 81.6°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 San Francisco by month

In San Francisco, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in San Francisco was recorded on September 17, 2024, reaching a 89.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 14, 2015, dipping to 78.7°F. The average readings by season are 81.0°F in Winter, 82.8°F in Spring, 84.8°F in Summer, and 85.0°F in Autumn.