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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

81.8

°F

January 21, 09:51

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

81.2°F

Tomorrow:

81.9°F

Sunrise:

06:39

Sunset:

18:20

Day Length:

11 h. 41 min.

San Francisco in January

Minimum:

79.8°F

Average:

82.0°F

Maximum:

84.3°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 81.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.3°F higher 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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.1°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 76.1°F on 2019.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.8°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
Jan 7 82.7°F 81.1°F 82.0°F
Jan 8 82.4°F 82.7°F 82.0°F
Jan 9 82.2°F 82.0°F 81.8°F
Jan 10 81.7°F 81.8°F 81.6°F
Jan 11 81.8°F 81.9°F 81.7°F
Jan 12 81.6°F 82.0°F 81.8°F
Jan 13 81.5°F 82.7°F 81.7°F
Jan 14 81.4°F 82.5°F 81.5°F
Jan 15 81.0°F 82.4°F 81.2°F
Jan 16 80.8°F 82.6°F 81.2°F
Jan 17 80.8°F 82.8°F 81.2°F
Jan 18 81.1°F 82.4°F 80.9°F
Jan 19 81.1°F 82.5°F 80.8°F
Jan 20 81.2°F 82.2°F 80.6°F
Jan 21 81.8°F 82.1°F 80.5°F
Jan 22 81.9°F 82.1°F 80.6°F
Jan 23 81.9°F 83.1°F 80.6°F
Jan 24 81.9°F 82.6°F 80.6°F
Jan 25 81.8°F 82.9°F 80.5°F
Jan 26 81.7°F 82.9°F 80.4°F
Jan 27 82.0°F 83.5°F 80.7°F
Jan 28 81.6°F 82.5°F 80.3°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 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 81.8°F 1mi
Veracruz 82.1°F 10mi
San José 82.0°F 16mi
Miramar 81.7°F 42mi
San José 81.3°F 42mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Francisco