What is the current water temperature in Santa Bárbara?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Santa Bárbara?

As of now, in Santa Bárbara, the water temperature is 16.77°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Santa Bárbara

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Santa Bárbara. 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.

62.2

°F

May 25, 02:19

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

62.1°F

Tomorrow:

62.4°F

Sunrise:

06:30

Sunset:

21:03

Day Length:

14 h. 33 min.

Santa Bárbara in June

Minimum:

59.1°F

Average:

62.0°F

Maximum:

64.1°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Bárbara today

As of now, in Santa Bárbara, the water temperature is 62.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.5°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 65.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 62.0°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 62.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.4°F, while the maximum might reach 63.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Santa Bárbara

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 11	60.5°F	61.6°F	61.8°F
May 12	60.3°F	61.7°F	62.0°F
May 13	60.5°F	61.6°F	62.1°F
May 14	60.6°F	61.8°F	62.2°F
May 15	60.7°F	61.9°F	62.5°F
May 16	60.5°F	62.0°F	62.6°F
May 17	61.0°F	61.7°F	62.7°F
May 18	61.1°F	61.6°F	62.7°F
May 19	61.2°F	61.7°F	62.8°F
May 20	61.2°F	61.8°F	63.0°F
May 21	61.0°F	62.3°F	63.0°F
May 22	60.9°F	62.4°F	63.1°F
May 23	60.8°F	62.4°F	63.1°F
May 24	62.1°F	63.3°F	63.6°F
May 25	62.2°F	63.5°F	63.7°F
May 26	62.4°F	63.8°F	63.9°F
May 27	62.6°F	64.2°F	64.1°F
May 28	62.7°F	64.6°F	64.1°F
May 29	62.7°F	65.2°F	64.2°F
May 30	62.8°F	65.2°F	64.3°F
May 31	63.0°F	65.3°F	64.5°F
Jun 1	62.9°F	64.8°F	64.4°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 Bárbara by month

In Santa Bárbara, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 45.

The warmest water in Santa Bárbara was recorded on August 21, 2024, reaching a 77.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2016, dipping to 58.0°F. The average readings by season are 62.1°F in Winter, 61.3°F in Spring, 70.3°F in Summer, and 70.1°F in Autumn.