All data are in degrees Fahrenheit

en

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

87.4

°F

September 13, 21:29

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

87.3°F

Tomorrow:

87.5°F

Sunrise:

07:48

Sunset:

20:07

Day Length:

12 h. 19 min.

San Francisco in September

Minimum:

72.6°F

Average:

77.7°F

Maximum:

79.6°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 87.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.5°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 closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.7°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 85.6°F on 2021.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 87.7°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
Aug 30 87.7°F 86.7°F 87.2°F
Aug 31 88.4°F 86.7°F 87.2°F
Sep 1 88.1°F 86.5°F 87.1°F
Sep 2 87.7°F 86.4°F 87.1°F
Sep 3 87.4°F 86.2°F 86.9°F
Sep 4 87.5°F 86.1°F 86.9°F
Sep 5 87.5°F 87.3°F 86.9°F
Sep 6 87.4°F 87.7°F 86.8°F
Sep 7 87.2°F 88.3°F 86.7°F
Sep 8 87.1°F 88.1°F 86.5°F
Sep 9 87.0°F 87.9°F 86.6°F
Sep 10 87.0°F 87.7°F 86.8°F
Sep 11 87.4°F 87.5°F 86.8°F
Sep 12 87.3°F 87.4°F 86.9°F
Sep 13 87.4°F 87.2°F 86.8°F
Sep 14 87.5°F 87.7°F 86.9°F
Sep 15 87.6°F 87.6°F 87.1°F
Sep 16 87.7°F 87.4°F 87.1°F
Sep 17 87.8°F 88.0°F 87.2°F
Sep 18 87.9°F 88.5°F 87.3°F
Sep 19 87.9°F 87.9°F 87.4°F
Sep 20 87.8°F 88.2°F 87.3°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 July 31, 2023, reaching a 89.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 25, 2025, dipping to 70.5°F. The average readings by season are 77.8°F in Winter, 78.2°F in Spring, 85.7°F in Summer, and 85.8°F in Autumn.