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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.
Sea temperature in Brooklyn now

51.3

°F

April 26, 20:42

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

51.5°F

Tomorrow:

51.5°F

Sunrise:

06:02

Sunset:

19:46

Day Length:

13 h. 44 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 51.3°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 1.1°F higher 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 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 52.7°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 46.7°F on 2018.

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 52.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.3°F, while the maximum might reach 52.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Brooklyn

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 12 47.5°F 45.4°F 46.1°F
Apr 13 46.9°F 45.3°F 46.6°F
Apr 14 47.2°F 45.0°F 47.1°F
Apr 15 48.3°F 45.4°F 47.8°F
Apr 16 51.2°F 45.3°F 48.3°F
Apr 17 50.8°F 45.8°F 48.8°F
Apr 18 50.3°F 46.6°F 48.8°F
Apr 19 51.4°F 46.2°F 48.8°F
Apr 20 50.9°F 45.3°F 48.7°F
Apr 21 49.1°F 46.7°F 48.7°F
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 50.2°F
Apr 27 51.5°F 51.9°F 50.3°F
Apr 28 51.3°F 51.1°F 50.1°F
Apr 29 51.4°F 50.9°F 50.2°F
Apr 30 52.0°F 52.1°F 50.9°F
May 1 52.4°F 53.6°F 51.2°F
May 2 52.4°F 52.3°F 51.3°F
May 3 52.9°F 51.2°F 51.8°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 51.4°F 5mi
Coney Island 51.9°F 6mi
Queens 50.7°F 6mi
Jersey City 51.4°F 9mi
Manhattan 51.0°F 9mi
Staten Island 51.7°F 12mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Brooklyn