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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

66.3

°F

May 15, 19:01

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

65.8°F

Tomorrow:

66.4°F

Sunrise:

06:55

Sunset:

17:14

Day Length:

10 h. 19 min.

Albany in May

Minimum:

65.2°F

Average:

67.9°F

Maximum:

69.7°F

Sea water temperature in Albany today

As of now, in Albany, the water temperature is 66.3°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 1.2°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.4°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 65.3°F on 2019.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 66.3°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 1 68.2°F 69.4°F 67.9°F
May 2 67.9°F 69.3°F 67.9°F
May 3 67.8°F 69.6°F 67.9°F
May 4 67.7°F 69.4°F 67.8°F
May 5 67.6°F 69.6°F 68.0°F
May 6 68.0°F 69.6°F 68.1°F
May 7 67.5°F 69.9°F 68.1°F
May 8 67.6°F 69.7°F 67.9°F
May 9 67.0°F 69.8°F 67.8°F
May 10 66.4°F 69.3°F 67.3°F
May 11 66.8°F 69.4°F 67.4°F
May 12 66.4°F 69.4°F 67.4°F
May 13 66.2°F 69.6°F 67.6°F
May 14 65.8°F 69.5°F 67.6°F
May 15 66.3°F 69.4°F 67.6°F
May 16 66.4°F 69.4°F 67.6°F
May 17 66.4°F 69.6°F 67.6°F
May 18 66.3°F 69.4°F 67.5°F
May 19 66.5°F 69.2°F 67.7°F
May 20 66.3°F 69.2°F 67.6°F
May 21 66.3°F 69.1°F 67.5°F
May 22 66.3°F 68.8°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 68.3°F in Winter, 68.2°F in Spring, 64.8°F in Summer, and 63.4°F in Autumn.