What is the current water temperature in San Jose?

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

As of now, in San Jose, the water temperature is 13.15°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 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.

55.7

°F

March 13, 18:50

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

55.8°F

Tomorrow:

55.9°F

Sunrise:

07:22

Sunset:

19:13

Day Length:

11 h. 51 min.

San Jose in March

Minimum:

52.1°F

Average:

53.4°F

Maximum:

55.0°F

Sea water temperature in San Jose today

As of now, in San Jose, the water temperature is 55.7°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 0.3°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. 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 58.3°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 52.2°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 56.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 55.9°F, while the maximum might reach 56.9°F.

Daily water temperature in San Jose

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 27	55.8°F	56.1°F	54.9°F
Feb 28	56.4°F	56.3°F	55.0°F
Mar 1	56.0°F	56.6°F	54.9°F
Mar 2	56.4°F	56.5°F	54.9°F
Mar 3	56.0°F	56.4°F	54.9°F
Mar 4	55.9°F	56.3°F	54.9°F
Mar 5	55.9°F	55.7°F	55.0°F
Mar 6	55.8°F	55.9°F	55.2°F
Mar 7	55.4°F	56.0°F	55.2°F
Mar 8	54.6°F	55.5°F	55.2°F
Mar 9	55.5°F	55.8°F	55.2°F
Mar 10	56.0°F	55.7°F	55.3°F
Mar 11	55.8°F	55.6°F	55.2°F
Mar 12	55.8°F	55.5°F	55.3°F
Mar 13	55.7°F	54.9°F	55.3°F
Mar 14	55.9°F	55.4°F	55.5°F
Mar 15	56.0°F	55.7°F	55.7°F
Mar 16	56.2°F	55.8°F	55.8°F
Mar 17	56.4°F	56.5°F	56.0°F
Mar 18	56.5°F	58.3°F	56.2°F
Mar 19	56.8°F	58.8°F	56.5°F
Mar 20	56.9°F	32.0°F	56.6°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 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 53.8°F in Winter, 57.8°F in Spring, 63.9°F in Summer, and 61.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Redwood City	56.4°F	21mi
Oakland	55.0°F	38mi
San Francisco	54.0°F	42mi
Monterey	53.3°F	51mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Jose