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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

82.2

°F

March 14, 11:51

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

81.9°F

Tomorrow:

82.3°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

18:03

Day Length:

12 h. 3 min.

San Francisco in March

Minimum:

82.0°F

Average:

82.8°F

Maximum:

83.6°F

Sea water temperature in San Francisco today

As of now, in San Francisco, the water temperature is 82.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as 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

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 83.6°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 80.4°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 82.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 82.2°F, while the maximum might reach 83.1°F.

Daily water temperature in San Francisco

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 28 81.5°F 32.0°F 81.4°F
Mar 1 81.6°F 82.6°F 81.5°F
Mar 2 82.4°F 82.8°F 81.8°F
Mar 3 82.9°F 83.0°F 81.8°F
Mar 4 83.3°F 83.0°F 82.2°F
Mar 5 82.9°F 82.9°F 82.1°F
Mar 6 83.2°F 83.8°F 82.4°F
Mar 7 82.9°F 83.8°F 82.4°F
Mar 8 83.2°F 83.8°F 82.5°F
Mar 9 82.9°F 83.6°F 82.5°F
Mar 10 81.8°F 84.1°F 82.2°F
Mar 11 82.1°F 84.1°F 82.2°F
Mar 12 82.0°F 83.5°F 82.0°F
Mar 13 81.9°F 83.4°F 81.9°F
Mar 14 82.2°F 83.6°F 82.1°F
Mar 15 82.3°F 83.9°F 82.2°F
Mar 16 82.2°F 83.8°F 82.1°F
Mar 17 82.5°F 83.0°F 82.4°F
Mar 18 82.7°F 82.7°F 82.7°F
Mar 19 82.9°F 82.6°F 82.8°F
Mar 20 83.1°F 82.9°F 83.0°F
Mar 21 83.0°F 82.6°F 83.0°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 23, 2024, reaching a 88.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 16, 2019, dipping to 79.3°F. The average readings by season are 82.6°F in Winter, 84.7°F in Spring, 85.6°F in Summer, and 85.0°F in Autumn.