Water temperature in Santa Monica
86.4
°F
July 2, 23:49
Trend:
increasingYesterday:
86.3°FTomorrow:
86.5°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
12 h. 44 min.Santa Monica in July
Minimum:
80.3°FAverage:
82.2°FMaximum:
84.3°FSea water temperature in Santa Monica today
As of now, in Santa Monica, the water temperature is 86.4°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 0.5°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 86.7°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 85.2°F on 2025.
Daily water temperature in Santa Monica
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18 | 87.1°F | 85.9°F | 86.5°F |
| Jun 19 | 86.7°F | 86.2°F | 86.5°F |
| Jun 20 | 86.2°F | 86.2°F | 86.5°F |
| Jun 21 | 86.6°F | 86.1°F | 86.4°F |
| Jun 22 | 86.8°F | 86.0°F | 86.4°F |
| Jun 23 | 86.0°F | 85.6°F | 86.2°F |
| Jun 24 | 84.9°F | 85.4°F | 85.9°F |
| Jun 25 | 85.4°F | 85.3°F | 85.9°F |
| Jun 26 | 86.3°F | 85.1°F | 85.9°F |
| Jun 27 | 86.1°F | 85.5°F | 85.6°F |
| Jun 28 | 86.1°F | 85.3°F | 85.7°F |
| Jun 29 | 86.3°F | 85.2°F | 85.7°F |
| Jun 30 | 86.2°F | 85.2°F | 85.9°F |
| Jul 1 | 86.3°F | 85.2°F | 85.9°F |
| Jul 2 | 86.4°F | 85.2°F | 85.9°F |
| Jul 3 | 86.5°F | 85.4°F | 86.0°F |
| Jul 4 | 86.6°F | 85.5°F | 86.1°F |
| Jul 5 | 86.5°F | 85.6°F | 86.1°F |
| Jul 6 | 86.5°F | 85.4°F | 86.0°F |
| Jul 7 | 86.4°F | 85.3°F | 85.9°F |
| Jul 8 | 86.3°F | 85.2°F | 85.8°F |
| Jul 9 | 86.1°F | 85.2°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose |
86.4°F
|
6mi |
| La Paz |
86.4°F
|
23mi |
| Bacolod City |
86.1°F
|
34mi |
| San Jose |
85.9°F
|
35mi |
| Mansilingan |
86.1°F
|
36mi |
| San Juan |
86.4°F
|
37mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from Santa Monica