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 1.09°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.

34.0

°F

March 27, 04:45

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

33.9°F

Tomorrow:

34.1°F

Sunrise:

07:07

Sunset:

19:36

Day Length:

12 h. 29 min.

Buffalo in April

Minimum:

35.6°F

Average:

38.3°F

Maximum:

40.8°F

Water temperature in Buffalo today

As of now, in Buffalo, the water temperature is 34.0°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 1.5°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 rise a bit.

Recent water temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 37.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 33.5°F on 2018.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 34.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 34.1°F, while the maximum might reach 34.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Buffalo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 13	33.5°F	33.5°F	34.3°F
Mar 14	33.5°F	33.5°F	34.4°F
Mar 15	33.5°F	33.5°F	34.5°F
Mar 16	33.5°F	33.6°F	34.5°F
Mar 17	33.5°F	33.6°F	34.6°F
Mar 18	33.5°F	33.6°F	34.6°F
Mar 19	33.5°F	34.0°F	34.6°F
Mar 20	33.6°F	34.3°F	34.6°F
Mar 21	33.6°F	34.4°F	34.6°F
Mar 22	33.6°F	34.4°F	34.8°F
Mar 23	33.7°F	34.6°F	34.7°F
Mar 24	33.8°F	34.6°F	34.8°F
Mar 25	33.9°F	34.8°F	34.8°F
Mar 26	33.9°F	34.7°F	34.9°F
Mar 27	34.0°F	34.8°F	35.4°F
Mar 28	34.1°F	34.9°F	35.6°F
Mar 29	34.2°F	35.0°F	35.7°F
Mar 30	34.5°F	35.3°F	36.0°F
Mar 31	34.4°F	35.1°F	35.9°F
Apr 1	34.5°F	35.9°F	35.9°F
Apr 2	34.5°F	35.7°F	35.9°F
Apr 3	34.7°F	35.3°F	36.2°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, 41.1°F in Spring, 70.2°F in Summer, and 61.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hamburg	33.9°F	12mi
Hamilton	35.0°F	55mi
Mississauga	36.3°F	62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Buffalo