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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

78.2

°F

April 4, 07:19

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

77.7°F

Tomorrow:

78.0°F

Sunrise:

06:14

Sunset:

18:28

Day Length:

12 h. 14 min.

San Francisco in April

Minimum:

79.2°F

Average:

81.9°F

Maximum:

84.0°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 78.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.9°F lower than 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 fall a bit.

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 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 75.8°F on 2019.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 78.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 78.0°F, while the maximum might reach 79.5°F.

Daily water temperature in San Francisco

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Mar 21 77.1°F 80.9°F 77.9°F
Mar 22 76.7°F 80.6°F 77.9°F
Mar 23 76.3°F 80.5°F 78.2°F
Mar 24 76.5°F 80.2°F 78.2°F
Mar 25 76.1°F 80.0°F 78.1°F
Mar 26 76.4°F 79.8°F 78.0°F
Mar 27 77.4°F 79.7°F 78.2°F
Mar 28 77.1°F 81.4°F 78.4°F
Mar 29 78.0°F 81.4°F 78.7°F
Mar 30 78.4°F 81.7°F 79.0°F
Mar 31 77.7°F 80.3°F 78.8°F
Apr 1 77.6°F 81.5°F 78.8°F
Apr 2 77.9°F 82.5°F 78.8°F
Apr 3 77.7°F 81.9°F 78.9°F
Apr 4 78.2°F 81.7°F 79.1°F
Apr 5 78.0°F 80.0°F 78.9°F
Apr 6 78.0°F 81.2°F 78.9°F
Apr 7 78.2°F 81.3°F 79.1°F
Apr 8 78.4°F 81.3°F 79.3°F
Apr 9 78.9°F 83.3°F 79.8°F
Apr 10 78.9°F 83.0°F 79.8°F
Apr 11 79.5°F 83.4°F 80.4°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 6, 2023, reaching a 87.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 23, 2023, dipping to 73.1°F. The average readings by season are 80.6°F in Winter, 80.7°F in Spring, 84.0°F in Summer, and 83.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Panamá 78.2°F 1mi
Veracruz 77.1°F 10mi
San José 77.3°F 16mi
Miramar 82.8°F 42mi
San José 78.8°F 42mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Francisco