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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

62.7

°F

December 16, 12:23

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

63.0°F

Tomorrow:

62.7°F

Sunrise:

08:01

Sunset:

17:29

Day Length:

9 h. 28 min.

Santa Bárbara in December

Minimum:

59.2°F

Average:

61.7°F

Maximum:

63.7°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Bárbara today

As of now, in Santa Bárbara, the water temperature is 62.7°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 0.8°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 65.7°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 61.3°F on 2022.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 62.4°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
Dec 2 64.6°F 66.7°F 64.8°F
Dec 3 64.7°F 65.8°F 64.7°F
Dec 4 65.2°F 65.9°F 64.5°F
Dec 5 64.6°F 66.5°F 64.4°F
Dec 6 64.5°F 66.5°F 64.4°F
Dec 7 64.4°F 66.3°F 64.3°F
Dec 8 64.3°F 66.3°F 64.3°F
Dec 9 63.8°F 66.4°F 64.2°F
Dec 10 63.7°F 66.3°F 64.1°F
Dec 11 63.6°F 66.0°F 64.1°F
Dec 12 63.3°F 66.1°F 64.0°F
Dec 13 63.2°F 66.0°F 63.8°F
Dec 14 63.4°F 65.8°F 63.8°F
Dec 15 63.0°F 65.5°F 63.6°F
Dec 16 62.7°F 65.6°F 63.6°F
Dec 17 62.7°F 65.4°F 63.5°F
Dec 18 62.7°F 65.2°F 63.5°F
Dec 19 62.4°F 64.8°F 63.3°F
Dec 20 62.3°F 64.4°F 63.1°F
Dec 21 62.2°F 64.3°F 63.0°F
Dec 22 62.2°F 64.2°F 63.1°F
Dec 23 62.2°F 64.7°F 63.1°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.