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 9.08°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.

48.3

°F

May 11, 02:27

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

48.4°F

Tomorrow:

48.7°F

Sunrise:

05:57

Sunset:

20:27

Day Length:

14 h. 30 min.

Buffalo in May

Minimum:

35.2°F

Average:

38.4°F

Maximum:

41.6°F

Water temperature in Buffalo today

As of now, in Buffalo, the water temperature is 48.3°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 2.2°F higher 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 rise a bit.

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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 49.4°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 41.0°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 50.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 48.7°F, while the maximum might reach 52.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Buffalo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 27	44.3°F	41.0°F	42.6°F
Apr 28	44.9°F	42.8°F	43.2°F
Apr 29	45.1°F	44.0°F	43.9°F
Apr 30	44.7°F	45.2°F	43.6°F
May 1	46.5°F	44.5°F	44.1°F
May 2	46.0°F	45.1°F	44.0°F
May 3	45.6°F	46.0°F	44.3°F
May 4	45.9°F	46.1°F	44.7°F
May 5	45.9°F	46.5°F	45.0°F
May 6	46.0°F	45.5°F	45.1°F
May 7	46.3°F	46.0°F	45.3°F
May 8	46.5°F	49.4°F	46.0°F
May 9	46.7°F	49.6°F	46.3°F
May 10	48.4°F	49.4°F	46.2°F
May 11	48.3°F	49.4°F	46.2°F
May 12	48.7°F	49.8°F	46.6°F
May 13	49.2°F	48.4°F	47.0°F
May 14	50.0°F	47.5°F	47.9°F
May 15	50.7°F	48.1°F	48.6°F
May 16	51.6°F	50.9°F	49.5°F
May 17	51.7°F	52.0°F	49.5°F
May 18	52.4°F	52.7°F	50.3°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 46.

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, 41.0°F in Spring, 70.2°F in Summer, and 61.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hamburg	48.0°F	12mi
Hamilton	42.1°F	55mi
Mississauga	40.2°F	62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Buffalo