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 13.68°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.

56.6

°F

February 28, 19:51

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

55.7°F

Tomorrow:

55.1°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

18:01

Day Length:

11 h. 21 min.

San Jose in March

Minimum:

52.1°F

Average:

53.3°F

Maximum:

54.9°F

Sea water temperature in San Jose today

As of now, in San Jose, the water temperature is 56.6°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 1.9°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall considerably.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 56.5°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 52.5°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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 55.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 55.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 55.3°F.

Daily water temperature in San Jose

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 14	56.4°F	52.1°F	54.0°F
Feb 15	56.1°F	52.7°F	54.0°F
Feb 16	56.3°F	52.6°F	54.0°F
Feb 17	56.2°F	52.7°F	53.9°F
Feb 18	56.1°F	52.5°F	53.8°F
Feb 19	55.7°F	52.8°F	53.9°F
Feb 20	55.0°F	52.8°F	53.9°F
Feb 21	54.4°F	53.2°F	53.8°F
Feb 22	54.4°F	53.9°F	54.0°F
Feb 23	54.3°F	54.6°F	54.0°F
Feb 24	53.9°F	55.0°F	54.1°F
Feb 25	55.0°F	55.0°F	54.3°F
Feb 26	54.3°F	54.9°F	54.5°F
Feb 27	55.7°F	55.8°F	54.7°F
Feb 28	56.6°F	56.4°F	54.7°F
Mar 1	55.1°F	56.0°F	54.7°F
Mar 2	55.0°F	56.4°F	54.7°F
Mar 3	55.0°F	56.0°F	54.6°F
Mar 4	55.0°F	55.9°F	54.7°F
Mar 5	55.1°F	55.9°F	54.8°F
Mar 6	55.3°F	55.8°F	54.9°F
Mar 7	55.3°F	55.4°F	54.9°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, 58.2°F in Spring, 64.6°F in Summer, and 62.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Redwood City	57.3°F	21mi
Oakland	56.0°F	38mi
San Francisco	55.6°F	42mi
Monterey	60.0°F	51mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from San Jose