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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

45.2

°F

December 21, 16:35

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

44.1°F

Tomorrow:

45.6°F

Sunrise:

08:01

Sunset:

15:52

Day Length:

7 h. 51 min.

Rochester in December

Minimum:

42.3°F

Average:

44.0°F

Maximum:

45.2°F

Sea water temperature in Rochester today

As of now, in Rochester, the water temperature is 45.2°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 0.4°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 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 48.3°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 41.8°F on 2022.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 45.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 45.6°F, while the maximum might reach 46.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Rochester

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Dec 7 46.5°F 43.1°F 47.2°F
Dec 8 46.8°F 43.6°F 47.1°F
Dec 9 46.8°F 43.9°F 47.0°F
Dec 10 46.6°F 44.1°F 46.8°F
Dec 11 46.8°F 44.5°F 46.7°F
Dec 12 46.9°F 45.3°F 46.7°F
Dec 13 47.0°F 45.4°F 46.6°F
Dec 14 47.1°F 44.2°F 46.5°F
Dec 15 45.2°F 42.5°F 45.8°F
Dec 16 45.1°F 42.6°F 45.4°F
Dec 17 45.0°F 42.7°F 45.3°F
Dec 18 44.9°F 44.8°F 45.2°F
Dec 19 46.4°F 44.7°F 45.1°F
Dec 20 44.1°F 44.6°F 45.0°F
Dec 21 45.2°F 42.8°F 44.8°F
Dec 22 45.6°F 43.2°F 45.3°F
Dec 23 45.7°F 43.5°F 45.3°F
Dec 24 46.0°F 44.1°F 45.6°F
Dec 25 46.1°F 44.3°F 45.7°F
Dec 26 46.2°F 45.8°F 45.8°F
Dec 27 46.0°F 46.0°F 45.6°F
Dec 28 46.0°F 47.1°F 45.6°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 20, 2024, dipping to 39.4°F. The average readings by season are 44.4°F in Winter, 49.7°F in Spring, 64.7°F in Summer, and 57.9°F in Autumn.