Water temperature in Santa Monica
85.0
°F
July 31, 04:06
Trend:
decreasingYesterday:
85.1°FTomorrow:
84.9°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
12 h. 36 min.Santa Monica in August
Minimum:
80.3°FAverage:
82.1°FMaximum:
84.2°FSea water temperature in Santa Monica today
As of now, in Santa Monica, the water temperature is 85.0°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 0.3°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 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 85.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 83.8°F on 2018.
Daily water temperature in Santa Monica
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17 | 85.5°F | 85.0°F | 85.7°F |
| Jul 18 | 85.9°F | 84.9°F | 85.6°F |
| Jul 19 | 86.3°F | 84.8°F | 85.6°F |
| Jul 20 | 86.1°F | 84.8°F | 85.4°F |
| Jul 21 | 86.2°F | 84.7°F | 85.3°F |
| Jul 22 | 85.7°F | 84.6°F | 85.3°F |
| Jul 23 | 85.8°F | 84.6°F | 85.3°F |
| Jul 24 | 86.2°F | 84.5°F | 85.2°F |
| Jul 25 | 85.2°F | 84.4°F | 85.0°F |
| Jul 26 | 85.4°F | 84.3°F | 85.1°F |
| Jul 27 | 84.7°F | 84.4°F | 85.1°F |
| Jul 28 | 84.6°F | 84.2°F | 85.0°F |
| Jul 29 | 84.9°F | 84.1°F | 85.0°F |
| Jul 30 | 85.1°F | 84.3°F | 84.9°F |
| Jul 31 | 85.0°F | 84.7°F | 84.8°F |
| Aug 1 | 84.9°F | 85.0°F | 84.6°F |
| Aug 2 | 84.8°F | 85.3°F | 84.5°F |
| Aug 3 | 84.6°F | 85.1°F | 84.3°F |
| Aug 4 | 84.8°F | 85.4°F | 84.5°F |
| Aug 5 | 85.0°F | 85.9°F | 84.7°F |
| Aug 6 | 85.0°F | 85.8°F | 84.8°F |
| Aug 7 | 85.1°F | 85.7°F | 84.8°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose |
84.8°F
|
6mi |
| La Paz |
85.5°F
|
23mi |
| Bacolod City |
84.8°F
|
34mi |
| San Jose |
86.0°F
|
35mi |
| Mansilingan |
84.9°F
|
36mi |
| San Juan |
85.2°F
|
37mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from Santa Monica