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San Francisco in August

Find out everything about the water temperature in San Francisco in August. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in August for the last two years. Compare the current month's sea temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in August
Minimum:

82.2 °F

Average:

83.8 °F

Maximum:

86.9 °F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco in August

In the city of San Francisco, the month of August is a great time for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 82.2°F on August 22, 2015, with an average temperature being 83.8°F and a maximum temperature reaching 86.9°F on August 31, 2023.

The watter temperature range during this month provides a satisfying and enjoyable experience in the water. In August, the sea temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 83.8°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2024 2023
Aug 1 83.7°F 84.4°F 84.4°F
Aug 2 83.7°F 84.3°F 84.6°F
Aug 3 83.8°F 84.1°F 85.2°F
Aug 4 83.8°F 84.9°F 84.7°F
Aug 5 84.1°F 84.7°F 85.2°F
Aug 6 84.1°F 84.6°F 84.8°F
Aug 7 84.1°F 84.7°F 85.2°F
Aug 8 84.1°F 84.7°F 84.8°F
Aug 9 84.0°F 84.6°F 84.7°F
Aug 10 83.9°F 84.4°F 84.5°F
Aug 11 83.7°F 84.2°F 84.4°F
Aug 12 83.6°F 84.1°F 84.4°F
Aug 13 83.7°F 84.2°F 84.3°F
Aug 14 83.7°F 84.3°F 85.0°F
Aug 15 83.6°F 84.2°F 84.8°F
Aug 16 83.7°F 84.6°F 85.2°F
Aug 17 83.6°F 83.8°F 85.1°F
Aug 18 83.7°F 83.7°F 85.4°F
Aug 19 83.7°F 83.8°F 85.3°F
Aug 20 83.8°F 84.3°F 85.2°F
Aug 21 83.7°F 84.2°F 84.7°F
Aug 22 83.8°F 84.8°F 84.6°F
Aug 23 83.8°F 84.8°F 84.5°F
Aug 24 84.0°F 84.8°F 84.5°F
Aug 25 84.1°F 84.7°F 84.3°F
Aug 26 84.0°F 84.7°F 84.4°F
Aug 27 83.9°F 84.6°F 85.0°F
Aug 28 84.0°F 84.8°F 85.3°F
Aug 29 83.9°F 85.1°F 85.7°F
Aug 30 83.9°F 85.0°F 85.8°F
Aug 31 84.1°F 84.9°F 86.9°F

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 80.4°F in Winter, 80.4°F in Spring, 83.9°F in Summer, and 83.8°F in Autumn. The average temperature in August is slightly warmer than July's average of 83.7°F. And in September, the temperature is expected to rise further, potentially reaching an average of 84.2°F.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Panamá 82.7°F 1mi
Veracruz 82.8°F 10mi
San José 82.7°F 16mi
Miramar 84.2°F 42mi
San José 82.4°F 42mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Francisco