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Water temperature in Rochester

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

42.7

°F

February 20, 03:55

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

43.0°F

Tomorrow:

42.9°F

Sunrise:

07:03

Sunset:

17:22

Day Length:

10 h. 19 min.

Rochester in February

Minimum:

42.0°F

Average:

45.1°F

Maximum:

47.7°F

Sea water temperature in Rochester today

As of now, in Rochester, the water temperature is 42.7°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 about the same as 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 water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 46.4°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 39.8°F on 2021.

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 43.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 42.9°F, while the maximum might reach 43.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Rochester

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 6 43.5°F 40.1°F 42.8°F
Feb 7 43.0°F 40.8°F 42.6°F
Feb 8 43.6°F 40.7°F 42.9°F
Feb 9 44.1°F 40.5°F 42.8°F
Feb 10 44.1°F 40.7°F 42.8°F
Feb 11 43.7°F 41.1°F 42.8°F
Feb 12 44.3°F 41.4°F 42.9°F
Feb 13 44.3°F 41.8°F 43.1°F
Feb 14 44.7°F 42.1°F 43.1°F
Feb 15 44.9°F 41.9°F 43.1°F
Feb 16 42.7°F 42.1°F 43.1°F
Feb 17 42.7°F 40.4°F 43.1°F
Feb 18 42.9°F 40.1°F 43.1°F
Feb 19 43.0°F 40.2°F 43.0°F
Feb 20 42.7°F 39.8°F 42.6°F
Feb 21 42.9°F 39.5°F 42.9°F
Feb 22 43.1°F 39.7°F 43.0°F
Feb 23 43.2°F 42.1°F 43.2°F
Feb 24 43.5°F 42.4°F 43.4°F
Feb 25 43.5°F 43.7°F 43.5°F
Feb 26 43.4°F 42.0°F 43.4°F
Feb 27 43.3°F 41.8°F 43.3°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 Rochester by month

In an average year, Rochester offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Rochester was recorded on August 16, 2022, reaching a 72.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 8, 2026, dipping to 39.3°F. The average readings by season are 44.1°F in Winter, 49.9°F in Spring, 65.2°F in Summer, and 57.9°F in Autumn.