What is the current water temperature in San Francisco?

Q: What is the current water temperature in San Francisco?

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 28.37°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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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.

83.1

°F

March 25, 15:54

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

82.7°F

Tomorrow:

83.2°F

Sunrise:

05:45

Sunset:

17:54

Day Length:

12 h. 9 min.

San Francisco in April

Minimum:

82.4°F

Average:

83.4°F

Maximum:

84.7°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 83.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.0°F lower 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.6°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 82.9°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.1°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
Mar 11	82.9°F	85.3°F	83.3°F
Mar 12	82.8°F	85.3°F	83.3°F
Mar 13	83.2°F	84.3°F	83.2°F
Mar 14	82.4°F	84.5°F	83.2°F
Mar 15	81.8°F	84.1°F	83.1°F
Mar 16	81.4°F	84.7°F	83.0°F
Mar 17	82.1°F	84.9°F	83.3°F
Mar 18	82.3°F	84.6°F	83.6°F
Mar 19	82.7°F	84.0°F	83.7°F
Mar 20	83.1°F	83.9°F	83.7°F
Mar 21	82.9°F	83.7°F	83.9°F
Mar 22	83.7°F	83.7°F	83.9°F
Mar 23	82.8°F	83.7°F	84.0°F
Mar 24	82.7°F	83.4°F	84.1°F
Mar 25	83.1°F	83.3°F	84.1°F
Mar 26	83.2°F	82.8°F	84.2°F
Mar 27	83.1°F	82.9°F	84.1°F
Mar 28	83.2°F	83.8°F	84.2°F
Mar 29	83.2°F	83.4°F	84.3°F
Mar 30	82.9°F	83.4°F	83.9°F
Mar 31	83.0°F	83.4°F	84.0°F
Apr 1	82.9°F	82.1°F	83.9°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 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 May 18, 2024, reaching a 89.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 29, 2019, dipping to 80.1°F. The average readings by season are 83.2°F in Winter, 85.0°F in Spring, 86.3°F in Summer, and 85.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Trinidad	83.1°F	6mi
Santiago	82.0°F	30mi
Cebu City	82.4°F	31mi
San Francisco	82.0°F	34mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Francisco