What is the current water temperature in San José?

As of now, in San José, the water temperature is 25.82°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in San José

Detailed information about the current water temperature in San José. 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.

78.5

°F

April 10, 14:07

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

77.5°F

Tomorrow:

78.9°F

Sunrise:

06:12

Sunset:

18:29

Day Length:

12 h. 17 min.

San José in April

Minimum:

79.3°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

83.8°F

Sea water temperature in San José today

As of now, in San José, the water temperature is 78.5°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 noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise 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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.9°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 77.9°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

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 79.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 78.9°F, while the maximum might reach 79.8°F.

Daily water temperature in San José

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 27	75.8°F	79.8°F	78.3°F
Mar 28	76.0°F	80.7°F	78.4°F
Mar 29	76.6°F	81.0°F	78.4°F
Mar 30	77.4°F	81.7°F	78.7°F
Mar 31	76.9°F	80.5°F	78.7°F
Apr 1	76.2°F	81.3°F	78.6°F
Apr 2	76.3°F	82.1°F	78.7°F
Apr 3	77.1°F	81.4°F	78.8°F
Apr 4	77.3°F	81.8°F	78.9°F
Apr 5	78.5°F	81.2°F	79.1°F
Apr 6	77.7°F	81.5°F	79.0°F
Apr 7	78.2°F	80.7°F	79.0°F
Apr 8	77.6°F	80.7°F	79.0°F
Apr 9	77.5°F	81.4°F	79.0°F
Apr 10	78.5°F	82.9°F	79.4°F
Apr 11	78.9°F	82.8°F	79.8°F
Apr 12	79.3°F	82.8°F	80.2°F
Apr 13	79.7°F	83.3°F	80.6°F
Apr 14	79.8°F	83.4°F	80.7°F
Apr 15	79.8°F	83.5°F	80.7°F
Apr 16	79.8°F	83.3°F	80.8°F
Apr 17	79.8°F	83.1°F	80.7°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 José by month

In San José, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in San José was recorded on June 13, 2023, reaching a 86.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 4, 2023, dipping to 72.9°F. The average readings by season are 80.5°F in Winter, 80.5°F in Spring, 83.8°F in Summer, and 83.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Veracruz	78.2°F	8mi
Panamá	79.1°F	15mi
San Francisco	79.1°F	16mi
San José	78.9°F	30mi
Miramar	83.3°F	52mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San José