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Water temperature in Albany

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Albany. 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 Albany now

69.6

°F

May 18, 02:29

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

69.6°F

Tomorrow:

69.7°F

Sunrise:

06:58

Sunset:

17:12

Day Length:

10 h. 14 min.

Albany in May

Minimum:

65.2°F

Average:

67.7°F

Maximum:

69.7°F

Sea water temperature in Albany today

As of now, in Albany, the water temperature is 69.6°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 2.2°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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.4°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 66.2°F on 2019.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 69.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Albany

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 4 69.4°F 67.3°F 67.8°F
May 5 69.6°F 67.6°F 68.0°F
May 6 69.6°F 67.7°F 68.1°F
May 7 69.9°F 68.1°F 68.1°F
May 8 69.7°F 67.2°F 67.9°F
May 9 69.8°F 67.2°F 67.9°F
May 10 69.3°F 67.4°F 67.4°F
May 11 69.4°F 67.5°F 67.5°F
May 12 69.4°F 67.5°F 67.5°F
May 13 69.6°F 67.8°F 67.8°F
May 14 69.5°F 67.7°F 67.8°F
May 15 69.4°F 67.6°F 67.6°F
May 16 69.4°F 67.4°F 67.6°F
May 17 69.6°F 66.9°F 67.4°F
May 18 69.6°F 66.5°F 67.3°F
May 19 69.7°F 67.1°F 67.5°F
May 20 69.6°F 67.1°F 67.4°F
May 21 69.6°F 67.2°F 67.4°F
May 22 69.6°F 67.2°F 67.3°F
May 23 69.7°F 67.7°F 67.4°F
May 24 69.7°F 67.8°F 67.5°F
May 25 69.8°F 68.2°F 67.5°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 Albany by month

In an average year, Albany offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Albany was recorded on February 1, 2025, reaching a 72.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on October 15, 2021, dipping to 59.4°F. The average readings by season are 68.1°F in Winter, 68.2°F in Spring, 64.7°F in Summer, and 63.4°F in Autumn.