Water Temperature of San Francisco Bay in San Rafael, CA
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT
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Richmond, CAStation Name: SAN FRANCISCO BAY A RICHMOND-SAN RAFAEL BRIDGE CA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet
Nearest Address:
Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
San Rafael, CA 94801
Marin County
GPS Coordinates: 37.93527778, -122.4463889
Nearby Water Temperatures
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Rodeo Lagoon, Sausalito, CA (8.7 mi)
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San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, CA (9.5 mi)
San Francisco Bay, Alameda, CA (13.8 mi)
Carquinez Strait, Martinez, CA (18.8 mi)
Suisun Bay, Concord, CA (23.7 mi)
San Francisco Bay, San Mateo, CA (23.8 mi)
Pacific Ocean, San Francisco, CA (24.8 mi)
Drakes Bay, Inverness, CA (29 mi)
Redwood Creek, Redwood City, CA (32.3 mi)
San Francisco Bay, Menlo Park, CA (34.7 mi)
Weather for San Rafael, California
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Thu
H: 106°F
L: 57°F

Fri
H: 69°F
L: 54°F

Sat
H: 65°F
L: 53°F

Sun
H: 66°F
L: 53°F

Mon
H: 67°F
L: 53°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 27.3 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.9 μg/m3
Ozone: 14 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:09 PM
Sunset: 8:33 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 46 mins
Moon Transit: 9:45 AM
Moonset: 4:59 PM
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent
Moon Illumination: 6.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:12 PM - 7:42 PM9:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Minor Periods
4:29 PM - 5:59 PM2:14 AM - 3:44 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 10 at 1:49PM PDT until June 12 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 1:49 PM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...Up to 1.5 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Bayshore regions near the San Francisco Bay. * WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 7 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.2 ft above normal (6.98 ft MLLW) at 8:51 PM on Thursday the 11th, and 1.5 ft above normal (7.23 ft MLLW) at 9:34 PM on Friday the 12th. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 10 at 9:43PM PDT until June 17 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 9:43 PM
Expires: Thu June 11, 2026, 5:45 AM
* WHAT...Up to 1.5 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Bayshore regions near the San Francisco Bay. * WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 3 AM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.2 ft above normal (6.98 ft MLLW) at 8:51 PM on Thursday the 11th, 1.5 ft above normal (7.33 ft MLLW) at 9:34 PM on Friday the 12th, 1.8 ft above normal (7.58 ft MLLW) at 10:20 PM on Saturday the 13th, 1.3 ft above normal (7.10 ft MLLW) at 11:10 PM on Sunday the 14th, 1.2 ft above normal (7.05 ft MLLW) at 12:02 AM on Tuesday the 16th, and 1.0 ft above normal (6.81 ft MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday the 17th. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 10 at 1:49PM PDT until June 11 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 1:49 PM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...Increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents due to long period southerly swell. * WHERE...Pacific Coast beaches, especially south and southwest facing beaches, across Sonoma, Marin, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz Counties. * WHEN...Through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion can be expected. Sneaker waves can sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches.
Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Monitor local weather, surf and tide forecasts at www.weather.gov/mtr.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 10 at 1:49PM PDT until June 12 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 1:49 PM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...Up to 1.5 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Bayshore regions of the North Bay along the San Pablo and San Francisco Bays. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 7 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 0.6 ft above normal (6.58 ft MLLW) at 8:11 PM on Wednesday the 10th, 1.2 ft above normal (6.98 ft MLLW) at 8:51 PM on Thursday the 11th, and 1.5 ft above normal (7.23 ft MLLW) at 9:34 PM on Friday the 12th. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Heat Advisory issued June 10 at 11:37AM PDT until June 11 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 11:37 AM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 9:00 PM
* WHAT...High temperatures between 90 and 103 for interior valleys and higher elevations. High temperatures between 85 and 96 degrees for the Bay Shoreline. * WHERE...North Bay Interior Mountains and Valleys, and San Francisco Bay Shoreline. * WHEN...From noon to 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries.
Hydration is a critical piece to surviving the heat. Drink water, and if possible, take water to those who are vulnerable. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Take action when you experience symptoms of heat exhaustion and/or heat stroke. Beat the heat and check the backseat! Do not leave young children or pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 16.08 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.06 μg/m3
Ozone: 65.67 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:09 PM
Sunset: 8:33 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 46 mins
Moon Transit: 9:45 AM
Moonset: 4:59 PM
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent
Moon Illumination: 6.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:12 PM - 7:42 PM9:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Minor Periods
4:29 PM - 5:59 PM2:14 AM - 3:44 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 8.66 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.7 μg/m3
Ozone: 70 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:09 PM
Sunset: 8:33 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 46 mins
Moon Transit: 10:41 AM
Moonset: 6:17 PM
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent
Moon Illumination: 2.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:10 PM - 8:40 PM10:11 AM - 12:41 AM
Minor Periods
5:47 PM - 7:17 PM2:47 AM - 4:17 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.59 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.06 μg/m3
Ozone: 66.75 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:09 PM
Sunset: 8:34 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 47 mins
Moon Transit: 11:43 AM
Moonset: 7:35 PM
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent
Moon Illumination: 0.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
7:14 PM - 9:44 PM11:13 AM - 1:43 PM
Minor Periods
7:05 PM - 8:35 PM3:30 AM - 5:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.45 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.5 μg/m3
Ozone: 60.96 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:10 PM
Sunset: 8:34 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 47 mins
Moon Transit: 12:49 AM
Moonset: 8:49 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
8:22 PM - 10:52 PM12:19 AM - 2:49 PM
Minor Periods
8:19 PM - 9:49 PM4:24 AM - 5:54 AM
Action Rating: 6 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.33 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.07 μg/m3
Ozone: 54.67 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:10 PM
Sunset: 8:34 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 48 mins
Moon Transit: 1:57 PM
Moonset: 9:51 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 3.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:27 PM - 3:57 PM
Minor Periods
9:21 PM - 10:51 PM5:30 AM - 7:00 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
