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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

80.9

°F

March 1, 13:11

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.7°F

Tomorrow:

80.8°F

Sunrise:

06:06

Sunset:

17:56

Day Length:

11 h. 50 min.

San Francisco in March

Minimum:

79.9°F

Average:

81.2°F

Maximum:

82.9°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 80.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.7°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 79.5°F on 2016.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.0°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
Feb 15 79.3°F 81.6°F 80.5°F
Feb 16 80.0°F 81.9°F 80.7°F
Feb 17 80.2°F 81.6°F 80.7°F
Feb 18 80.1°F 81.4°F 80.7°F
Feb 19 80.3°F 81.3°F 80.9°F
Feb 20 81.0°F 81.4°F 80.9°F
Feb 21 81.5°F 81.3°F 81.0°F
Feb 22 81.6°F 81.4°F 81.0°F
Feb 23 81.8°F 81.6°F 81.1°F
Feb 24 81.2°F 81.5°F 80.9°F
Feb 25 80.8°F 81.4°F 80.9°F
Feb 26 80.2°F 81.5°F 80.9°F
Feb 27 80.3°F 81.8°F 80.9°F
Feb 28 80.7°F 81.6°F 80.9°F
Mar 1 80.9°F 81.7°F 81.0°F
Mar 2 80.8°F 81.6°F 81.0°F
Mar 3 80.8°F 81.8°F 80.9°F
Mar 4 80.8°F 81.8°F 80.9°F
Mar 5 81.0°F 81.8°F 81.1°F
Mar 6 81.1°F 82.2°F 81.2°F
Mar 7 81.1°F 82.5°F 81.2°F
Mar 8 81.2°F 82.5°F 81.3°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 8, 2026, dipping to 77.9°F. The average readings by season are 81.0°F in Winter, 82.9°F in Spring, 85.0°F in Summer, and 85.0°F in Autumn.