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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.
Sea temperature in Santa Bárbara now

65.8

°F

November 17, 21:40

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

66.0°F

Tomorrow:

65.5°F

Sunrise:

07:33

Sunset:

17:35

Day Length:

10 h. 2 min.

Santa Bárbara in November

Minimum:

59.1°F

Average:

61.8°F

Maximum:

63.8°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Bárbara today

As of now, in Santa Bárbara, the water temperature is 65.8°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 0.6°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably 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 68.5°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 64.0°F on 2015.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 65.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 64.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 65.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Santa Bárbara

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 3 69.0°F 69.5°F 67.6°F
Nov 4 68.8°F 69.5°F 67.5°F
Nov 5 68.2°F 69.5°F 67.3°F
Nov 6 68.3°F 69.2°F 67.1°F
Nov 7 67.7°F 68.9°F 67.0°F
Nov 8 67.5°F 68.9°F 66.8°F
Nov 9 67.4°F 68.6°F 66.5°F
Nov 10 67.3°F 68.7°F 66.6°F
Nov 11 67.3°F 68.6°F 66.6°F
Nov 12 66.7°F 68.5°F 66.5°F
Nov 13 66.7°F 68.5°F 66.4°F
Nov 14 66.1°F 68.4°F 66.3°F
Nov 15 66.1°F 68.5°F 66.4°F
Nov 16 66.0°F 68.8°F 66.4°F
Nov 17 65.8°F 68.5°F 66.3°F
Nov 18 65.5°F 68.4°F 66.1°F
Nov 19 65.5°F 68.3°F 66.1°F
Nov 20 65.3°F 68.1°F 65.9°F
Nov 21 65.2°F 68.2°F 65.8°F
Nov 22 65.2°F 68.0°F 65.7°F
Nov 23 65.0°F 68.0°F 65.6°F
Nov 24 64.9°F 68.0°F 65.5°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 41.
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, 61.4°F in Spring, 70.4°F in Summer, and 69.9°F in Autumn.