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 8.22°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.

46.8

°F

April 27, 02:08

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

46.3°F

Tomorrow:

47.4°F

Sunrise:

06:16

Sunset:

20:11

Day Length:

13 h. 55 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 46.8°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 4.4°F higher 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 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 47.0°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 37.0°F on 2019.

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 48.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 47.4°F, while the maximum might reach 48.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Buffalo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 13	36.2°F	35.9°F	38.0°F
Apr 14	35.4°F	36.0°F	38.4°F
Apr 15	36.4°F	36.1°F	38.9°F
Apr 16	36.4°F	36.1°F	38.9°F
Apr 17	36.5°F	36.2°F	38.9°F
Apr 18	37.4°F	36.7°F	39.3°F
Apr 19	38.2°F	36.8°F	39.5°F
Apr 20	40.2°F	37.0°F	40.2°F
Apr 21	40.3°F	38.5°F	40.3°F
Apr 22	41.8°F	37.1°F	40.5°F
Apr 23	45.1°F	38.7°F	40.9°F
Apr 24	45.0°F	41.0°F	41.5°F
Apr 25	46.5°F	41.7°F	42.2°F
Apr 26	46.3°F	41.8°F	42.0°F
Apr 27	46.8°F	41.0°F	42.4°F
Apr 28	47.4°F	42.8°F	43.1°F
Apr 29	48.1°F	44.0°F	43.8°F
Apr 30	47.9°F	45.2°F	43.5°F
May 1	48.2°F	44.5°F	43.9°F
May 2	48.1°F	45.1°F	43.8°F
May 3	48.6°F	46.0°F	44.2°F
May 4	48.9°F	46.1°F	44.6°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	47.9°F	12mi
Hamilton	39.7°F	55mi
Mississauga	38.6°F	62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Buffalo