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Water temperature in Eureka

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Eureka. 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 Eureka now

55.8

°F

August 16, 06:57

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

55.3°F

Tomorrow:

55.3°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

20:14

Day Length:

13 h. 46 min.

Eureka in August

Minimum:

50.2°F

Average:

52.4°F

Maximum:

55.2°F

Sea water temperature in Eureka today

As of now, in Eureka, the water temperature is 55.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.6°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 60.0°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 53.4°F on 2016.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 54.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 54.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 55.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Eureka

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 2 54.8°F 54.8°F 54.9°F
Aug 3 54.7°F 54.3°F 54.9°F
Aug 4 54.8°F 53.6°F 55.1°F
Aug 5 54.7°F 50.6°F 54.8°F
Aug 6 55.5°F 50.3°F 54.8°F
Aug 7 55.9°F 48.0°F 55.0°F
Aug 8 56.6°F 49.5°F 55.5°F
Aug 9 56.7°F 50.7°F 55.6°F
Aug 10 57.4°F 51.5°F 56.4°F
Aug 11 57.7°F 51.7°F 56.6°F
Aug 12 55.7°F 51.7°F 56.6°F
Aug 13 52.3°F 51.4°F 56.3°F
Aug 14 53.1°F 51.3°F 56.2°F
Aug 15 55.3°F 51.4°F 56.3°F
Aug 16 55.8°F 53.8°F 56.4°F
Aug 17 55.3°F 54.9°F 55.9°F
Aug 18 55.1°F 55.5°F 55.7°F
Aug 19 54.7°F 54.9°F 55.3°F
Aug 20 54.5°F 56.0°F 55.1°F
Aug 21 54.4°F 55.9°F 55.0°F
Aug 22 54.7°F 57.0°F 55.3°F
Aug 23 54.7°F 57.5°F 55.2°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 Eureka by month

In an average year, Eureka offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Eureka was recorded on August 12, 2022, reaching a 61.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on June 7, 2025, dipping to 44.2°F. The average readings by season are 52.1°F in Winter, 51.3°F in Spring, 53.9°F in Summer, and 54.2°F in Autumn.