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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

66.3

°F

December 8, 07:09

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

66.4°F

Tomorrow:

66.2°F

Sunrise:

07:11

Sunset:

16:34

Day Length:

9 h. 23 min.

Santa Maria in December

Minimum:

59.1°F

Average:

60.5°F

Maximum:

62.2°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Maria today

As of now, in Santa Maria, the water temperature is 66.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.6°F higher 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 stay about the same.

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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 65.6°F on 2014, while the historical minimum was 63.5°F on 2017.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 65.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Santa Maria

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 24 67.5°F 68.5°F 66.9°F
Nov 25 67.6°F 68.5°F 66.8°F
Nov 26 67.4°F 67.9°F 66.6°F
Nov 27 67.2°F 67.4°F 66.5°F
Nov 28 67.6°F 67.3°F 66.5°F
Nov 29 67.6°F 66.9°F 66.3°F
Nov 30 67.8°F 66.3°F 66.1°F
Dec 1 67.5°F 66.3°F 65.8°F
Dec 2 67.4°F 66.1°F 65.7°F
Dec 3 66.8°F 65.8°F 65.5°F
Dec 4 66.5°F 65.5°F 65.4°F
Dec 5 66.1°F 65.3°F 65.2°F
Dec 6 66.7°F 65.2°F 65.1°F
Dec 7 66.4°F 65.0°F 64.9°F
Dec 8 66.3°F 65.2°F 64.7°F
Dec 9 66.2°F 65.0°F 64.7°F
Dec 10 65.9°F 64.9°F 64.4°F
Dec 11 65.8°F 64.8°F 64.3°F
Dec 12 65.5°F 64.4°F 64.0°F
Dec 13 65.4°F 64.2°F 63.8°F
Dec 14 65.3°F 64.2°F 63.7°F
Dec 15 65.1°F 64.3°F 63.6°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 Santa Maria by month

In Santa Maria, the months June through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 121 swimming days.
The warmest water in Santa Maria was recorded on July 25, 2023, reaching a 86.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 11, 2022, dipping to 56.6°F. The average readings by season are 60.6°F in Winter, 61.5°F in Spring, 78.0°F in Summer, and 73.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Maiori 66.0°F 29mi
Amalfi 66.0°F 30mi
Massa Lubrense 66.0°F 37mi
Capri 66.3°F 41mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Santa Maria