Water temperature in Santa Monica
85.9
°F
May 10, 02:12
Trend:
stableYesterday:
85.9°FTomorrow:
86.1°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
12 h. 33 min.Santa Monica in May
Minimum:
81.8°FAverage:
83.1°FMaximum:
84.5°FSea water temperature in Santa Monica today
As of now, in Santa Monica, the water temperature is 85.9°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 1.4°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 rise a bit.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 85.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 83.5°F on 2021.
Daily water temperature in Santa Monica
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 26 | 84.8°F | 84.9°F | 84.2°F |
| Apr 27 | 84.7°F | 84.4°F | 84.1°F |
| Apr 28 | 84.4°F | 84.0°F | 84.1°F |
| Apr 29 | 85.4°F | 84.3°F | 84.3°F |
| Apr 30 | 85.2°F | 84.1°F | 84.4°F |
| May 1 | 85.4°F | 84.2°F | 84.5°F |
| May 2 | 85.6°F | 83.7°F | 84.5°F |
| May 3 | 85.5°F | 83.8°F | 84.5°F |
| May 4 | 85.5°F | 84.6°F | 84.5°F |
| May 5 | 85.6°F | 84.7°F | 84.7°F |
| May 6 | 85.5°F | 85.0°F | 84.7°F |
| May 7 | 85.5°F | 85.0°F | 84.6°F |
| May 8 | 85.3°F | 84.6°F | 84.7°F |
| May 9 | 85.9°F | 84.9°F | 84.5°F |
| May 10 | 85.9°F | 85.0°F | 84.5°F |
| May 11 | 86.1°F | 85.2°F | 84.7°F |
| May 12 | 86.2°F | 85.4°F | 84.8°F |
| May 13 | 86.2°F | 85.3°F | 84.8°F |
| May 14 | 86.3°F | 85.5°F | 84.9°F |
| May 15 | 86.2°F | 85.4°F | 84.8°F |
| May 16 | 86.1°F | 85.4°F | 84.7°F |
| May 17 | 86.3°F | 85.4°F | 84.9°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
|
34mi |
| San Francisco |
84.7°F
|
45mi |
| San Francisco |
85.3°F
|
51mi |
| Madrid |
85.7°F
|
53mi |
| Burgos |
86.3°F
|
53mi |
| San Francisco |
84.8°F
|
60mi |
| San Juan |
84.7°F
|
61mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from Santa Monica