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Water temperature in Santa Monica

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

81.6

°F

March 11, 22:41

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

81.6°F

Tomorrow:

81.6°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

18:01

Day Length:

12 h. 1 min.

Santa Monica in March

Minimum:

81.0°F

Average:

82.3°F

Maximum:

83.7°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Monica today

As of now, in Santa Monica, the water temperature is 81.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.3°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

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 83.0°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 80.3°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.7°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 Monica

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 25 81.2°F 82.1°F 81.0°F
Feb 26 81.2°F 82.0°F 81.1°F
Feb 27 81.6°F 81.8°F 81.1°F
Feb 28 81.4°F 81.6°F 81.0°F
Mar 1 81.4°F 81.6°F 81.1°F
Mar 2 81.6°F 81.6°F 81.3°F
Mar 3 81.5°F 81.9°F 81.2°F
Mar 4 82.0°F 82.0°F 81.4°F
Mar 5 82.2°F 81.3°F 81.5°F
Mar 6 82.0°F 81.9°F 81.6°F
Mar 7 82.1°F 82.6°F 81.8°F
Mar 8 82.3°F 82.7°F 81.9°F
Mar 9 82.3°F 83.3°F 81.9°F
Mar 10 81.6°F 82.6°F 81.8°F
Mar 11 81.6°F 82.9°F 81.9°F
Mar 12 81.6°F 82.8°F 81.9°F
Mar 13 81.5°F 82.6°F 81.8°F
Mar 14 81.6°F 83.6°F 81.9°F
Mar 15 81.6°F 82.9°F 81.9°F
Mar 16 81.7°F 83.0°F 82.0°F
Mar 17 81.8°F 83.2°F 82.1°F
Mar 18 82.0°F 83.1°F 82.4°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 Santa Monica by month

In Santa Monica, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Santa Monica was recorded on May 28, 2020, reaching a 87.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 1, 2019, dipping to 78.7°F. The average readings by season are 82.0°F in Winter, 84.0°F in Spring, 85.5°F in Summer, and 84.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
San Jose 82.0°F 6mi
La Paz 81.2°F 23mi
Bacolod City 81.8°F 34mi
San Jose 82.5°F 35mi
Mansilingan 81.8°F 36mi
San Juan 81.4°F 37mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Santa Monica