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 16.95°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

62.5

°F

September 28, 18:00

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

65.8°F

Tomorrow:

62.0°F

Sunrise:

07:09

Sunset:

19:03

Day Length:

11 h. 54 min.

Buffalo in October

Minimum:

33.2°F

Average:

37.1°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Water temperature in Buffalo today

As of now, in Buffalo, the water temperature is 62.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 6.1°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent water 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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.2°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 66.9°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 61.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 60.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 62.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Buffalo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 14	72.1°F	67.1°F	70.7°F
Sep 15	72.5°F	66.9°F	70.6°F
Sep 16	72.4°F	66.4°F	70.7°F
Sep 17	72.0°F	66.8°F	70.5°F
Sep 18	72.2°F	67.6°F	70.6°F
Sep 19	72.2°F	67.7°F	70.6°F
Sep 20	71.5°F	67.6°F	70.5°F
Sep 21	71.2°F	68.7°F	70.6°F
Sep 22	70.7°F	67.4°F	70.1°F
Sep 23	69.7°F	68.0°F	69.9°F
Sep 24	67.6°F	67.9°F	69.6°F
Sep 25	67.0°F	67.5°F	69.2°F
Sep 26	65.9°F	67.4°F	68.6°F
Sep 27	65.8°F	68.1°F	68.7°F
Sep 28	62.5°F	68.0°F	68.6°F
Sep 29	62.0°F	67.7°F	68.2°F
Sep 30	61.9°F	68.5°F	68.0°F
Oct 1	61.4°F	68.6°F	67.5°F
Oct 2	61.1°F	68.6°F	67.3°F
Oct 3	60.8°F	66.5°F	67.0°F
Oct 4	60.8°F	67.0°F	66.9°F
Oct 5	60.7°F	67.2°F	66.8°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.

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 47.

The warmest water in Buffalo was recorded on August 13, 2016, reaching a 78.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 25, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.3°F in Winter, 41.1°F in Spring, 70.2°F in Summer, and 61.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hamburg	63.6°F	12mi
Hamilton	64.2°F	55mi
Mississauga	64.7°F	62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Buffalo