What is the current water temperature in Santa Barbara?

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

As of now, in Santa Barbara, the water temperature is 28.24°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Santa Barbara

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

82.8

°F

December 21, 08:12

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.0°F

Tomorrow:

82.8°F

Sunrise:

06:51

Sunset:

17:53

Day Length:

11 h. 2 min.

Santa Barbara in December

Minimum:

79.8°F

Average:

80.6°F

Maximum:

81.4°F

Sea water temperature in Santa Barbara today

As of now, in Santa Barbara, the water temperature is 82.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.2°F higher 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.4°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 81.1°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest 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 82.7°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 Barbara

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 7	84.1°F	83.0°F	82.7°F
Dec 8	84.1°F	82.8°F	82.6°F
Dec 9	84.0°F	82.8°F	82.6°F
Dec 10	83.9°F	82.9°F	82.5°F
Dec 11	83.8°F	82.6°F	82.5°F
Dec 12	83.8°F	82.5°F	82.4°F
Dec 13	83.5°F	82.3°F	82.3°F
Dec 14	83.4°F	82.2°F	82.2°F
Dec 15	83.3°F	82.0°F	82.1°F
Dec 16	83.3°F	81.8°F	82.1°F
Dec 17	83.1°F	81.6°F	82.0°F
Dec 18	83.2°F	81.6°F	81.9°F
Dec 19	83.0°F	81.6°F	81.9°F
Dec 20	83.0°F	81.5°F	81.9°F
Dec 21	82.8°F	81.6°F	81.6°F
Dec 22	82.8°F	81.5°F	81.6°F
Dec 23	82.8°F	81.6°F	81.6°F
Dec 24	82.8°F	81.6°F	81.6°F
Dec 25	82.7°F	81.7°F	81.5°F
Dec 26	82.7°F	81.6°F	81.5°F
Dec 27	82.5°F	81.6°F	81.3°F
Dec 28	82.5°F	81.4°F	81.2°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 Barbara by month

In Santa Barbara, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Santa Barbara was recorded on September 26, 2024, reaching a 87.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 23, 2018, dipping to 78.2°F. The average readings by season are 80.7°F in Winter, 80.3°F in Spring, 83.2°F in Summer, and 84.4°F in Autumn.