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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

66.4

°F

November 11, 13:43

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

66.9°F

Tomorrow:

66.3°F

Sunrise:

07:27

Sunset:

17:39

Day Length:

10 h. 12 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 66.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.5°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 stay about the same.

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 2021, while the historical minimum was 65.3°F on 2016.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 66.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Santa Bárbara

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 28 69.7°F 70.2°F 68.8°F
Oct 29 69.5°F 70.3°F 68.6°F
Oct 30 69.1°F 69.4°F 68.4°F
Oct 31 68.2°F 69.1°F 68.5°F
Nov 1 68.4°F 69.2°F 68.3°F
Nov 2 68.6°F 69.2°F 68.2°F
Nov 3 68.1°F 69.0°F 68.0°F
Nov 4 68.3°F 68.8°F 67.8°F
Nov 5 68.4°F 68.2°F 67.7°F
Nov 6 68.4°F 68.3°F 67.5°F
Nov 7 68.8°F 67.7°F 67.4°F
Nov 8 68.2°F 67.5°F 67.3°F
Nov 9 67.5°F 67.4°F 67.0°F
Nov 10 66.9°F 67.3°F 67.0°F
Nov 11 66.4°F 67.3°F 66.9°F
Nov 12 66.3°F 66.7°F 66.8°F
Nov 13 66.3°F 66.7°F 66.8°F
Nov 14 66.1°F 66.1°F 66.6°F
Nov 15 66.2°F 66.1°F 66.7°F
Nov 16 66.2°F 66.0°F 66.7°F
Nov 17 66.0°F 65.8°F 66.5°F
Nov 18 65.8°F 65.6°F 66.2°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, the months August through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 45 swimming days.
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 70.2°F in Autumn.