What is the current water temperature in Buffalo?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Buffalo?

As of now, in Buffalo, the water temperature is 2.64°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 Buffalo

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Buffalo. 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.

36.8

°F

April 18, 00:25

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

36.2°F

Tomorrow:

36.8°F

Sunrise:

06:29

Sunset:

20:01

Day Length:

13 h. 32 min.

Buffalo in April

Minimum:

35.6°F

Average:

38.4°F

Maximum:

40.8°F

Water temperature in Buffalo today

As of now, in Buffalo, the water temperature is 36.8°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 2.7°F lower 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 stay about the same.

Recent water 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 aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 43.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 33.3°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 37.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 36.8°F, while the maximum might reach 38.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Buffalo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 4	35.3°F	37.0°F	35.9°F
Apr 5	35.3°F	37.1°F	36.1°F
Apr 6	35.3°F	37.0°F	36.2°F
Apr 7	35.4°F	37.3°F	36.3°F
Apr 8	35.4°F	38.2°F	36.7°F
Apr 9	35.5°F	39.5°F	37.2°F
Apr 10	35.6°F	39.5°F	37.4°F
Apr 11	35.7°F	39.5°F	37.5°F
Apr 12	35.8°F	39.4°F	37.4°F
Apr 13	35.9°F	39.3°F	37.8°F
Apr 14	36.0°F	42.4°F	38.4°F
Apr 15	36.1°F	42.0°F	38.8°F
Apr 16	36.1°F	42.0°F	38.7°F
Apr 17	36.2°F	42.5°F	38.9°F
Apr 18	36.8°F	42.3°F	39.4°F
Apr 19	36.8°F	42.0°F	39.5°F
Apr 20	37.4°F	44.1°F	40.1°F
Apr 21	37.5°F	43.8°F	40.2°F
Apr 22	37.7°F	44.0°F	40.4°F
Apr 23	37.7°F	43.1°F	40.4°F
Apr 24	38.1°F	42.8°F	40.8°F
Apr 25	38.6°F	44.8°F	41.3°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.

Water temperature in Buffalo by month

In Buffalo, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 42.

The warmest water in Buffalo was recorded on August 13, 2016, reaching a 78.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 18, 2015, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.4°F in Winter, 40.9°F in Spring, 70.0°F in Summer, and 61.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hamburg	36.8°F	12mi
Hamilton	39.7°F	55mi
Mississauga	39.0°F	62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Buffalo