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 22.04°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

71.7

°F

August 9, 06:05

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.7°F

Tomorrow:

71.5°F

Sunrise:

06:57

Sunset:

20:52

Day Length:

13 h. 55 min.

Santa Bárbara in August

Minimum:

59.4°F

Average:

62.0°F

Maximum:

63.8°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Bárbara today

As of now, in Santa Bárbara, the water temperature is 71.7°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 2.1°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 slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 75.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 72.2°F on 2019.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 71.7°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
Jul 26	70.5°F	72.2°F	72.1°F
Jul 27	71.2°F	72.3°F	72.3°F
Jul 28	71.3°F	72.1°F	72.4°F
Jul 29	71.4°F	72.6°F	72.4°F
Jul 30	71.3°F	72.7°F	72.7°F
Jul 31	71.5°F	72.6°F	73.0°F
Aug 1	71.4°F	72.9°F	73.1°F
Aug 2	71.9°F	72.8°F	73.2°F
Aug 3	71.3°F	72.7°F	73.3°F
Aug 4	72.4°F	72.6°F	73.5°F
Aug 5	72.3°F	72.8°F	73.8°F
Aug 6	72.1°F	73.1°F	73.7°F
Aug 7	72.3°F	72.7°F	73.7°F
Aug 8	71.7°F	73.9°F	73.8°F
Aug 9	71.7°F	73.8°F	73.7°F
Aug 10	71.5°F	73.6°F	73.5°F
Aug 11	71.6°F	73.7°F	73.6°F
Aug 12	71.5°F	74.6°F	73.5°F
Aug 13	71.6°F	74.7°F	73.7°F
Aug 14	71.7°F	74.0°F	73.7°F
Aug 15	71.9°F	74.1°F	74.0°F
Aug 16	72.1°F	74.3°F	74.2°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, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 44.

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.