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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

73.9

°F

April 2, 13:23

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

74.4°F

Tomorrow:

73.9°F

Sunrise:

06:54

Sunset:

19:17

Day Length:

12 h. 23 min.

San Francisco in April

Minimum:

71.0°F

Average:

78.1°F

Maximum:

80.4°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 73.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 2.8°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 stay about the same.

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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 78.4°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 74.2°F on 2023.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 74.1°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
Mar 19 72.1°F 77.0°F 75.7°F
Mar 20 73.0°F 77.3°F 75.8°F
Mar 21 72.0°F 77.6°F 75.8°F
Mar 22 72.0°F 77.3°F 76.0°F
Mar 23 72.2°F 77.3°F 76.0°F
Mar 24 71.9°F 76.9°F 76.1°F
Mar 25 72.2°F 76.9°F 76.2°F
Mar 26 73.1°F 75.7°F 76.2°F
Mar 27 71.3°F 76.5°F 76.2°F
Mar 28 72.8°F 76.3°F 76.3°F
Mar 29 74.2°F 75.8°F 76.5°F
Mar 30 73.7°F 76.2°F 76.4°F
Mar 31 73.7°F 76.1°F 76.3°F
Apr 1 74.4°F 76.2°F 76.3°F
Apr 2 73.9°F 76.7°F 76.7°F
Apr 3 73.9°F 76.1°F 76.7°F
Apr 4 74.1°F 75.6°F 76.9°F
Apr 5 74.2°F 75.4°F 77.0°F
Apr 6 74.2°F 74.6°F 77.0°F
Apr 7 74.0°F 74.6°F 76.8°F
Apr 8 74.4°F 74.5°F 77.2°F
Apr 9 74.3°F 74.4°F 77.1°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, 85.6°F in Summer, and 85.8°F in Autumn.