What is the current water temperature in San Diego?

Q: What is the current water temperature in San Diego?

As of now, in San Diego, the water temperature is 22.33°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.

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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.

72.2

°F

November 4, 17:44

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.4°F

Tomorrow:

72.0°F

Sunrise:

06:09

Sunset:

16:55

Day Length:

10 h. 46 min.

San Diego in November

Minimum:

57.0°F

Average:

59.4°F

Maximum:

61.5°F

Sea water temperature in San Diego today

As of now, in San Diego, the water temperature is 72.2°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 7.9°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably 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 65.4°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 62.5°F on 2023.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.0°F.

Daily water temperature in San Diego

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 21	73.1°F	64.4°F	66.6°F
Oct 22	73.6°F	64.2°F	66.5°F
Oct 23	73.6°F	65.3°F	66.5°F
Oct 24	73.5°F	64.5°F	66.1°F
Oct 25	73.3°F	64.0°F	66.1°F
Oct 26	73.8°F	65.1°F	66.4°F
Oct 27	73.5°F	65.1°F	66.2°F
Oct 28	73.1°F	64.9°F	65.3°F
Oct 29	73.0°F	64.2°F	65.1°F
Oct 30	72.8°F	63.2°F	64.9°F
Oct 31	73.0°F	64.6°F	65.1°F
Nov 1	72.9°F	64.8°F	65.0°F
Nov 2	72.6°F	65.1°F	64.8°F
Nov 3	72.4°F	65.1°F	64.5°F
Nov 4	72.2°F	65.0°F	64.3°F
Nov 5	72.0°F	64.9°F	64.1°F
Nov 6	71.9°F	64.8°F	64.1°F
Nov 7	71.9°F	65.0°F	64.0°F
Nov 8	71.8°F	64.4°F	64.0°F
Nov 9	72.0°F	63.8°F	64.1°F
Nov 10	71.7°F	63.6°F	63.8°F
Nov 11	71.4°F	63.9°F	63.5°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 66.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Tijuana	73.2°F	17mi
Oceanside	72.3°F	35mi
Laguna Beach	72.4°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Diego