Water temperature in San Francisco
83.6
°F
May 16, 14:24
Trend:
stableYesterday:
83.5°FTomorrow:
83.6°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
12 h. 43 min.San Francisco in May
Minimum:
79.3°FAverage:
80.3°FMaximum:
81.4°FSea water temperature in San Francisco today
As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 83.6°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 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 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 84.1°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 82.5°F on 2016.
Daily water temperature in San Francisco
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2 | 82.1°F | 82.5°F | 82.1°F |
| May 3 | 82.0°F | 82.6°F | 82.3°F |
| May 4 | 82.1°F | 82.7°F | 82.3°F |
| May 5 | 82.1°F | 82.8°F | 82.4°F |
| May 6 | 81.9°F | 83.0°F | 82.3°F |
| May 7 | 81.5°F | 82.9°F | 82.4°F |
| May 8 | 81.6°F | 83.3°F | 82.4°F |
| May 9 | 81.6°F | 84.0°F | 82.5°F |
| May 10 | 81.6°F | 83.9°F | 82.4°F |
| May 11 | 81.8°F | 84.1°F | 82.6°F |
| May 12 | 82.3°F | 84.3°F | 82.9°F |
| May 13 | 83.2°F | 84.5°F | 83.2°F |
| May 14 | 83.3°F | 84.6°F | 83.4°F |
| May 15 | 83.5°F | 84.3°F | 83.2°F |
| May 16 | 83.6°F | 84.1°F | 83.4°F |
| May 17 | 83.6°F | 84.0°F | 83.3°F |
| May 18 | 83.7°F | 84.1°F | 83.4°F |
| May 19 | 83.8°F | 84.0°F | 83.5°F |
| May 20 | 83.9°F | 83.9°F | 83.7°F |
| May 21 | 84.1°F | 83.6°F | 83.8°F |
| May 22 | 84.2°F | 83.8°F | 83.9°F |
| May 23 | 84.1°F | 83.9°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona |
85.4°F
|
19mi |
| San Francisco |
86.6°F
|
23mi |
| Padang |
86.9°F
|
35mi |
| Santo Domingo |
86.9°F
|
36mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from San Francisco