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Water temperature in San Jose

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

66.1

°F

September 4, 11:41

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

67.8°F

Tomorrow:

66.3°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

19:32

Day Length:

12 h. 52 min.

San Jose in September

Minimum:

52.0°F

Average:

52.9°F

Maximum:

54.3°F

Sea water temperature in San Jose today

As of now, in San Jose, the water temperature is 66.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is about the same as 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 rise 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 71.5°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 58.2°F on 2016.

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 66.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in San Jose

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 21 68.8°F 67.7°F 65.7°F
Aug 22 68.7°F 68.4°F 66.0°F
Aug 23 69.0°F 69.9°F 66.0°F
Aug 24 69.0°F 70.4°F 66.0°F
Aug 25 71.0°F 70.0°F 65.8°F
Aug 26 70.0°F 69.7°F 65.6°F
Aug 27 70.8°F 68.5°F 65.6°F
Aug 28 70.7°F 67.9°F 65.5°F
Aug 29 70.0°F 67.6°F 65.4°F
Aug 30 69.2°F 68.1°F 65.4°F
Aug 31 68.0°F 69.4°F 65.6°F
Sep 1 68.2°F 69.7°F 65.7°F
Sep 2 67.3°F 69.5°F 65.7°F
Sep 3 67.8°F 70.3°F 65.9°F
Sep 4 66.1°F 71.5°F 66.1°F
Sep 5 66.3°F 71.5°F 66.3°F
Sep 6 66.6°F 70.1°F 66.6°F
Sep 7 66.4°F 69.5°F 66.4°F
Sep 8 66.1°F 69.5°F 66.1°F
Sep 9 66.2°F 68.7°F 66.2°F
Sep 10 65.8°F 67.7°F 65.9°F
Sep 11 65.7°F 68.1°F 65.7°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 Jose by month

In an average year, San Jose offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in San Jose was recorded on October 7, 2024, reaching a 73.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 23, 2025, dipping to 50.5°F. The average readings by season are 53.7°F in Winter, 58.6°F in Spring, 65.0°F in Summer, and 62.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Redwood City 67.4°F 21mi
Oakland 66.1°F 38mi
San Francisco 64.5°F 42mi
Monterey 58.5°F 51mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Jose