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 22.41°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.

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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.

72.3

°F

July 21, 22:51

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.7°F

Tomorrow:

72.6°F

Sunrise:

05:42

Sunset:

20:22

Day Length:

14 h. 40 min.

Brooklyn in July

Minimum:

39.2°F

Average:

42.9°F

Maximum:

45.2°F

Sea water temperature in Brooklyn today

As of now, in Brooklyn, the water temperature is 72.3°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 2.9°F lower 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 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 77.5°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 73.4°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 72.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Brooklyn

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 7	72.6°F	73.9°F	72.7°F
Jul 8	71.4°F	74.3°F	72.7°F
Jul 9	71.1°F	74.4°F	72.3°F
Jul 10	71.3°F	74.3°F	72.7°F
Jul 11	71.9°F	74.2°F	73.0°F
Jul 12	71.8°F	72.8°F	73.0°F
Jul 13	73.0°F	72.9°F	73.4°F
Jul 14	72.8°F	74.2°F	73.9°F
Jul 15	72.8°F	74.7°F	73.9°F
Jul 16	73.7°F	75.9°F	74.3°F
Jul 17	74.0°F	76.3°F	74.6°F
Jul 18	73.5°F	76.8°F	74.6°F
Jul 19	74.1°F	77.1°F	75.0°F
Jul 20	72.7°F	76.3°F	74.8°F
Jul 21	72.3°F	76.3°F	75.2°F
Jul 22	72.6°F	76.0°F	75.5°F
Jul 23	72.5°F	74.6°F	75.4°F
Jul 24	72.2°F	74.1°F	75.1°F
Jul 25	72.1°F	73.8°F	74.9°F
Jul 26	72.1°F	75.3°F	75.0°F
Jul 27	72.2°F	75.7°F	75.1°F
Jul 28	72.2°F	76.0°F	75.0°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	72.8°F	5mi
Coney Island	71.9°F	6mi
Queens	72.6°F	6mi
Jersey City	72.8°F	9mi
Manhattan	72.7°F	9mi
Staten Island	73.1°F	12mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Brooklyn