Water temperature in San Francisco
84.0
°F
May 10, 01:43
Trend:
increasingYesterday:
84.0°FTomorrow:
84.2°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
12 h. 40 min.San Francisco in May
Minimum:
78.2°FAverage:
80.1°FMaximum:
81.4°FSea water temperature in San Francisco today
As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 84.0°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 1.6°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 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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.0°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 81.7°F on 2016.
Daily water temperature in San Francisco
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 26 | 83.4°F | 81.6°F | 81.9°F |
| Apr 27 | 83.3°F | 82.2°F | 81.9°F |
| Apr 28 | 83.5°F | 82.3°F | 81.9°F |
| Apr 29 | 83.1°F | 82.3°F | 82.1°F |
| Apr 30 | 83.1°F | 82.2°F | 82.2°F |
| May 1 | 83.3°F | 82.2°F | 82.3°F |
| May 2 | 82.5°F | 81.7°F | 82.1°F |
| May 3 | 82.6°F | 82.5°F | 82.3°F |
| May 4 | 82.7°F | 82.2°F | 82.3°F |
| May 5 | 82.8°F | 82.3°F | 82.4°F |
| May 6 | 83.0°F | 82.7°F | 82.3°F |
| May 7 | 82.9°F | 82.7°F | 82.5°F |
| May 8 | 83.3°F | 82.3°F | 82.5°F |
| May 9 | 84.0°F | 82.7°F | 82.4°F |
| May 10 | 84.0°F | 82.6°F | 82.5°F |
| May 11 | 84.2°F | 82.8°F | 82.6°F |
| May 12 | 84.3°F | 83.0°F | 82.8°F |
| May 13 | 84.5°F | 83.2°F | 83.0°F |
| May 14 | 84.7°F | 83.3°F | 83.2°F |
| May 15 | 84.7°F | 82.8°F | 83.1°F |
| May 16 | 84.8°F | 82.9°F | 83.2°F |
| May 17 | 84.8°F | 83.2°F | 83.2°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 |
85.8°F
|
19mi |
| San Francisco |
86.3°F
|
23mi |
| Padang |
86.4°F
|
35mi |
| Santo Domingo |
86.4°F
|
36mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from San Francisco