What is the current water temperature in San José?

As of now, in San José, the water temperature is 27.37°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.

81.3

°F

January 23, 04:50

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

81.5°F

Tomorrow:

81.1°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

18:23

Day Length:

11 h. 43 min.

San José in January

Minimum:

79.9°F

Average:

82.5°F

Maximum:

84.1°F

Sea water temperature in San José today

As of now, in San José, the water temperature is 81.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 83.4°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 76.1°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 80.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 80.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 81.1°F.

Daily water temperature in San José

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 9	82.3°F	82.6°F	82.2°F
Jan 10	82.0°F	82.2°F	82.0°F
Jan 11	81.8°F	82.1°F	81.9°F
Jan 12	81.7°F	82.6°F	82.0°F
Jan 13	81.6°F	82.7°F	82.0°F
Jan 14	81.3°F	82.5°F	81.8°F
Jan 15	81.5°F	83.1°F	81.9°F
Jan 16	81.1°F	82.5°F	81.6°F
Jan 17	81.0°F	82.7°F	81.5°F
Jan 18	81.3°F	82.3°F	81.3°F
Jan 19	81.3°F	83.2°F	81.4°F
Jan 20	81.2°F	82.9°F	81.1°F
Jan 21	81.3°F	83.3°F	81.1°F
Jan 22	81.5°F	83.1°F	81.2°F
Jan 23	81.3°F	83.4°F	81.0°F
Jan 24	81.1°F	82.6°F	80.7°F
Jan 25	80.9°F	82.8°F	80.6°F
Jan 26	80.9°F	83.0°F	80.5°F
Jan 27	80.9°F	82.8°F	80.6°F
Jan 28	80.8°F	82.6°F	80.5°F
Jan 29	81.0°F	82.3°F	80.7°F
Jan 30	80.8°F	82.5°F	80.5°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 March 9, 2020, dipping to 74.0°F. The average readings by season are 81.1°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	81.2°F	30mi
Veracruz	81.1°F	32mi
Panamá	81.7°F	42mi
San Francisco	81.7°F	42mi
Los Ángeles	81.2°F	54mi
Santo Domingo	81.4°F	59mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San José