What is the current water temperature in Brooklyn?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Brooklyn?

As of now, in Brooklyn, the water temperature is 11.88°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.

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Water temperature in Brooklyn

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Brooklyn. 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.

53.4

°F

May 6, 23:27

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

52.8°F

Tomorrow:

53.9°F

Sunrise:

05:49

Sunset:

19:57

Day Length:

14 h. 8 min.

Brooklyn in May

Minimum:

39.9°F

Average:

43.2°F

Maximum:

45.1°F

Sea water temperature in Brooklyn today

As of now, in Brooklyn, the water temperature is 53.4°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 0.9°F higher 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 54.5°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 50.8°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

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 54.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 53.9°F, while the maximum might reach 55.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Brooklyn

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 22	48.9°F	47.0°F	48.7°F
Apr 23	49.2°F	48.8°F	49.2°F
Apr 24	49.1°F	50.7°F	49.7°F
Apr 25	51.5°F	51.4°F	50.4°F
Apr 26	51.3°F	52.7°F	50.3°F
Apr 27	50.0°F	51.9°F	50.3°F
Apr 28	50.5°F	51.1°F	50.2°F
Apr 29	50.8°F	50.9°F	50.3°F
Apr 30	52.8°F	52.1°F	51.1°F
May 1	51.6°F	53.6°F	51.3°F
May 2	51.5°F	52.3°F	51.4°F
May 3	53.3°F	51.2°F	51.9°F
May 4	52.1°F	53.3°F	52.4°F
May 5	52.8°F	53.3°F	52.7°F
May 6	53.4°F	53.6°F	52.5°F
May 7	53.9°F	54.6°F	53.0°F
May 8	54.5°F	55.5°F	53.6°F
May 9	55.0°F	55.5°F	54.1°F
May 10	54.9°F	55.5°F	54.1°F
May 11	54.7°F	55.2°F	53.8°F
May 12	55.0°F	55.6°F	54.2°F
May 13	55.7°F	57.4°F	54.8°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 Brooklyn by month

In Brooklyn, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 51 swimming days.

The warmest water in Brooklyn was recorded on August 16, 2016, reaching a 78.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2026, dipping to 33.1°F. The average readings by season are 42.2°F in Winter, 48.2°F in Spring, 71.3°F in Summer, and 63.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
New York City	55.5°F	5mi
Coney Island	52.3°F	6mi
Queens	52.5°F	6mi
Jersey City	55.5°F	9mi
Manhattan	54.8°F	9mi
Staten Island	55.1°F	12mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Brooklyn