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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.
Sea temperature in San Francisco now

82.0

°F

March 29, 00:47

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

82.1°F

Tomorrow:

81.9°F

Sunrise:

05:44

Sunset:

17:57

Day Length:

12 h. 13 min.

San Francisco in April

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

82.1°F

Maximum:

83.7°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 82.0°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.2°F lower 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

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 84.0°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 82.1°F on 2017.

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 82.1°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 15 81.2°F 83.1°F 82.3°F
Mar 16 81.0°F 83.2°F 82.3°F
Mar 17 81.2°F 82.8°F 82.3°F
Mar 18 81.1°F 83.0°F 82.5°F
Mar 19 81.0°F 83.0°F 82.6°F
Mar 20 81.1°F 83.1°F 82.7°F
Mar 21 81.2°F 83.0°F 82.7°F
Mar 22 81.6°F 82.6°F 82.7°F
Mar 23 81.4°F 82.0°F 82.8°F
Mar 24 81.8°F 82.1°F 82.9°F
Mar 25 81.4°F 82.1°F 83.0°F
Mar 26 82.0°F 82.6°F 83.0°F
Mar 27 81.5°F 82.6°F 83.0°F
Mar 28 82.1°F 82.9°F 83.2°F
Mar 29 82.0°F 83.0°F 83.2°F
Mar 30 81.9°F 83.0°F 83.1°F
Mar 31 81.9°F 82.9°F 83.1°F
Apr 1 82.1°F 83.4°F 83.3°F
Apr 2 82.3°F 83.9°F 83.5°F
Apr 3 82.3°F 84.0°F 83.4°F
Apr 4 82.3°F 84.3°F 83.5°F
Apr 5 82.2°F 84.3°F 83.4°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 June 15, 2024, reaching a 88.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 14, 2023, dipping to 79.0°F. The average readings by season are 81.9°F in Winter, 84.1°F in Spring, 85.9°F in Summer, and 84.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Santo Domingo 81.7°F 6mi
Padang 81.7°F 7mi
San Francisco 80.9°F 19mi
San Jose 79.6°F 26mi
San Sebastian 81.9°F 30mi
San Jose 81.9°F 31mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Francisco