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Water temperature in San Diego

Detailed information about the current water temperature in San Diego. 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 San Diego now

73.7

°F

September 13, 08:09

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

73.4°F

Tomorrow:

73.4°F

Sunrise:

06:31

Sunset:

18:58

Day Length:

12 h. 27 min.

San Diego in September

Minimum:

56.4°F

Average:

59.5°F

Maximum:

62.2°F

Sea water temperature in San Diego today

As of now, in San Diego, the water temperature is 73.7°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 4.7°F higher 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 66.7°F on 2021.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 73.0°F, the minimum temperature may reach 72.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 73.4°F.

Daily water temperature in San Diego

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 30 74.1°F 71.4°F 69.8°F
Aug 31 74.3°F 70.9°F 69.7°F
Sep 1 74.4°F 70.5°F 69.8°F
Sep 2 73.9°F 70.5°F 69.7°F
Sep 3 73.8°F 69.9°F 70.0°F
Sep 4 73.7°F 69.6°F 70.4°F
Sep 5 73.3°F 69.7°F 70.5°F
Sep 6 73.6°F 69.4°F 70.2°F
Sep 7 73.1°F 69.5°F 70.3°F
Sep 8 72.6°F 69.7°F 70.3°F
Sep 9 71.9°F 69.4°F 70.1°F
Sep 10 72.2°F 68.9°F 70.0°F
Sep 11 72.7°F 68.1°F 70.0°F
Sep 12 73.4°F 67.1°F 69.8°F
Sep 13 73.7°F 66.8°F 69.0°F
Sep 14 73.4°F 67.0°F 68.7°F
Sep 15 73.4°F 67.5°F 68.7°F
Sep 16 73.3°F 67.8°F 68.6°F
Sep 17 73.1°F 67.1°F 68.4°F
Sep 18 72.9°F 67.4°F 68.2°F
Sep 19 72.6°F 66.9°F 67.9°F
Sep 20 72.3°F 67.4°F 67.6°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 San Diego by month

In an average year, San Diego offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in San Diego was recorded on August 7, 2018, reaching a 75.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 15, 2025, dipping to 55.5°F. The average readings by season are 59.6°F in Winter, 61.7°F in Spring, 68.4°F in Summer, and 65.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Tijuana 73.2°F 17mi
Oceanside 73.3°F 35mi
Laguna Beach 74.3°F 67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Diego