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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

82.3

°F

January 31, 06:58

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

82.3°F

Tomorrow:

82.1°F

Sunrise:

06:14

Sunset:

17:54

Day Length:

11 h. 40 min.

Santa Monica in February

Minimum:

80.5°F

Average:

82.2°F

Maximum:

83.5°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Monica today

As of now, in Santa Monica, the water temperature is 82.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.4°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.7°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 79.0°F on 2019.

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. 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 Santa Monica

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 17 82.0°F 82.6°F 81.3°F
Jan 18 81.7°F 81.7°F 81.3°F
Jan 19 82.4°F 81.5°F 81.5°F
Jan 20 82.4°F 81.4°F 81.4°F
Jan 21 82.1°F 81.3°F 81.2°F
Jan 22 82.0°F 81.7°F 81.3°F
Jan 23 82.3°F 81.6°F 81.3°F
Jan 24 82.4°F 81.3°F 81.2°F
Jan 25 82.6°F 81.8°F 81.2°F
Jan 26 83.3°F 81.7°F 81.1°F
Jan 27 83.0°F 81.5°F 81.2°F
Jan 28 82.8°F 81.0°F 81.1°F
Jan 29 82.1°F 80.7°F 81.1°F
Jan 30 82.3°F 80.6°F 81.0°F
Jan 31 82.3°F 80.5°F 81.0°F
Feb 1 82.1°F 80.4°F 80.8°F
Feb 2 82.1°F 80.4°F 80.8°F
Feb 3 81.9°F 80.1°F 80.6°F
Feb 4 82.1°F 80.6°F 80.7°F
Feb 5 82.0°F 80.8°F 80.6°F
Feb 6 82.1°F 81.1°F 80.7°F
Feb 7 82.1°F 80.9°F 80.8°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 January 18, 2015, dipping to 78.5°F. The average readings by season are 81.8°F in Winter, 83.9°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 82.4°F 6mi
La Paz 81.9°F 23mi
Bacolod City 82.9°F 34mi
San Jose 82.9°F 35mi
Mansilingan 82.8°F 36mi
San Juan 82.4°F 37mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Santa Monica