What is the current water temperature in San José?

As of now, in San José, the water temperature is 25.23°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.

77.4

°F

February 23, 05:35

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

76.4°F

Tomorrow:

77.3°F

Sunrise:

06:36

Sunset:

18:31

Day Length:

11 h. 55 min.

San José in February

Minimum:

80.3°F

Average:

82.4°F

Maximum:

84.1°F

Sea water temperature in San José today

As of now, in San José, the water temperature is 77.4°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.7°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 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.9°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 75.7°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

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 77.5°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 José

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 9	76.1°F	82.0°F	78.9°F
Feb 10	74.0°F	81.6°F	78.4°F
Feb 11	73.2°F	82.6°F	78.3°F
Feb 12	72.9°F	81.8°F	78.1°F
Feb 13	72.6°F	82.8°F	78.0°F
Feb 14	73.4°F	82.9°F	78.1°F
Feb 15	74.1°F	82.0°F	78.0°F
Feb 16	74.7°F	82.4°F	78.0°F
Feb 17	75.7°F	82.6°F	78.0°F
Feb 18	76.1°F	83.6°F	78.1°F
Feb 19	75.3°F	83.0°F	78.1°F
Feb 20	74.8°F	83.2°F	78.2°F
Feb 21	75.5°F	83.1°F	77.9°F
Feb 22	76.4°F	83.5°F	78.0°F
Feb 23	77.4°F	82.9°F	78.1°F
Feb 24	77.3°F	82.5°F	78.0°F
Feb 25	77.4°F	82.4°F	78.1°F
Feb 26	77.6°F	82.4°F	78.2°F
Feb 27	77.6°F	82.4°F	78.2°F
Feb 28	77.6°F	82.4°F	78.2°F
Mar 1	77.7°F	82.7°F	78.0°F
Mar 2	77.6°F	82.3°F	77.9°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 September 2, 2023, reaching a 87.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 13, 2026, dipping to 72.6°F. The average readings by season are 81.0°F in Winter, 80.9°F in Spring, 84.2°F in Summer, and 83.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
San José	77.1°F	30mi
Veracruz	77.5°F	32mi
Panamá	79.0°F	42mi
San Francisco	79.0°F	42mi
Los Ángeles	79.0°F	54mi
Santo Domingo	78.7°F	59mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San José