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Water temperature in Santa Barbara

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara now

84.8

°F

August 3, 00:28

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.8°F

Tomorrow:

85.0°F

Sunrise:

05:40

Sunset:

18:29

Day Length:

12 h. 49 min.

Santa Barbara in August

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

82.5°F

Maximum:

83.9°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Barbara today

As of now, in Santa Barbara, the water temperature is 84.8°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 0.6°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.4°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 84.7°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Santa Barbara

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 20 84.9°F 86.5°F 85.4°F
Jul 21 85.0°F 86.5°F 85.7°F
Jul 22 85.0°F 86.4°F 85.7°F
Jul 23 85.0°F 86.3°F 85.8°F
Jul 24 84.9°F 86.2°F 85.8°F
Jul 25 84.9°F 86.2°F 85.7°F
Jul 26 84.9°F 86.0°F 85.7°F
Jul 27 84.9°F 86.0°F 85.8°F
Jul 28 84.8°F 85.9°F 85.7°F
Jul 29 84.8°F 85.7°F 85.7°F
Jul 30 84.8°F 85.7°F 85.6°F
Jul 31 84.7°F 85.6°F 85.5°F
Aug 1 84.6°F 85.4°F 85.5°F
Aug 2 84.8°F 85.9°F 85.4°F
Aug 3 84.8°F 86.4°F 85.4°F
Aug 4 85.0°F 86.5°F 85.6°F
Aug 5 85.1°F 86.5°F 85.7°F
Aug 6 85.1°F 86.4°F 85.7°F
Aug 7 85.0°F 86.8°F 85.6°F
Aug 8 85.0°F 87.1°F 85.6°F
Aug 9 85.1°F 87.0°F 85.7°F
Aug 10 85.0°F 86.9°F 85.6°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 Santa Barbara by month

In Santa Barbara, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Santa Barbara was recorded on June 25, 2016, reaching a 88.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 11, 2015, dipping to 79.4°F. The average readings by season are 82.4°F in Winter, 84.8°F in Spring, 86.1°F in Summer, and 85.1°F in Autumn.