What is the current water temperature in Oakland?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Oakland?

As of now, in Oakland, the water temperature is 15.51°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.

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Water temperature in Oakland

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Oakland. 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.

59.9

°F

May 9, 11:17

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

60.2°F

Tomorrow:

60.0°F

Sunrise:

06:05

Sunset:

20:07

Day Length:

14 h. 2 min.

Oakland in May

Minimum:

50.7°F

Average:

52.3°F

Maximum:

55.0°F

Sea water temperature in Oakland today

As of now, in Oakland, the water temperature is 59.9°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 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 62.5°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 54.2°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

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 59.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Oakland

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	60.0°F	58.0°F	59.1°F
Apr 26	60.0°F	59.2°F	59.0°F
Apr 27	59.5°F	60.1°F	58.9°F
Apr 28	58.5°F	59.6°F	59.0°F
Apr 29	56.9°F	60.0°F	59.0°F
Apr 30	57.9°F	60.7°F	58.9°F
May 1	57.8°F	61.7°F	58.9°F
May 2	57.8°F	61.5°F	58.9°F
May 3	59.7°F	61.4°F	59.3°F
May 4	60.7°F	61.7°F	59.4°F
May 5	60.2°F	60.2°F	59.1°F
May 6	60.5°F	60.5°F	58.8°F
May 7	60.9°F	58.6°F	58.6°F
May 8	60.2°F	58.9°F	58.7°F
May 9	59.9°F	59.0°F	58.7°F
May 10	60.0°F	59.9°F	58.8°F
May 11	59.7°F	59.6°F	58.4°F
May 12	59.8°F	59.7°F	58.5°F
May 13	60.0°F	59.9°F	58.7°F
May 14	60.0°F	59.9°F	58.8°F
May 15	59.8°F	58.9°F	58.6°F
May 16	59.9°F	57.7°F	58.6°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 Oakland by month

In an average year, Oakland offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Oakland was recorded on September 13, 2022, reaching a 70.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 4, 2023, dipping to 49.2°F. The average readings by season are 53.4°F in Winter, 57.5°F in Spring, 62.9°F in Summer, and 61.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
San Francisco	57.8°F	8mi
Redwood City	62.9°F	22mi
San Jose	61.5°F	38mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Oakland