What is the current water temperature in Santa Barbara?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Santa Barbara?

As of now, in Santa Barbara, the water temperature is 31.1°C. 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.

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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.

88.0

°F

May 26, 12:04

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

87.9°F

Tomorrow:

88.1°F

Sunrise:

05:26

Sunset:

18:25

Day Length:

12 h. 59 min.

Santa Barbara in June

Minimum:

82.3°F

Average:

82.9°F

Maximum:

84.4°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Barbara today

As of now, in Santa Barbara, the water temperature is 88.0°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 1.2°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

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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.7°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 86.1°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 88.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 88.1°F, while the maximum might reach 88.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Santa Barbara

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 12	86.9°F	86.9°F	86.7°F
May 13	87.7°F	87.0°F	86.8°F
May 14	88.0°F	86.8°F	86.9°F
May 15	87.7°F	87.0°F	87.0°F
May 16	87.6°F	87.1°F	87.0°F
May 17	86.8°F	87.0°F	86.9°F
May 18	87.5°F	87.3°F	87.1°F
May 19	87.9°F	87.5°F	87.2°F
May 20	87.6°F	87.9°F	87.2°F
May 21	87.8°F	87.3°F	87.0°F
May 22	88.5°F	87.2°F	87.0°F
May 23	88.0°F	87.4°F	86.8°F
May 24	87.8°F	87.7°F	86.8°F
May 25	87.9°F	87.5°F	86.7°F
May 26	88.0°F	87.7°F	86.8°F
May 27	88.1°F	87.4°F	86.9°F
May 28	88.3°F	87.4°F	87.1°F
May 29	88.3°F	87.3°F	87.2°F
May 30	88.4°F	87.3°F	87.3°F
May 31	88.4°F	87.2°F	87.3°F
Jun 1	88.4°F	87.2°F	87.3°F
Jun 2	88.5°F	87.0°F	87.3°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 May 22, 2026, reaching a 88.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 8, 2016, dipping to 80.1°F. The average readings by season are 82.6°F in Winter, 85.0°F in Spring, 86.1°F in Summer, and 85.1°F in Autumn.