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 5.06°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.

41.1

°F

December 21, 07:32

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

41.3°F

Tomorrow:

40.6°F

Sunrise:

07:44

Sunset:

16:45

Day Length:

9 h. 1 min.

Buffalo in December

Minimum:

32.2°F

Average:

36.3°F

Maximum:

39.7°F

Water temperature in Buffalo today

As of now, in Buffalo, the water temperature is 41.1°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 about the same as 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 43.6°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 39.1°F on 2014.

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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 39.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 38.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 40.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Buffalo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 7	45.7°F	43.8°F	44.8°F
Dec 8	45.0°F	43.3°F	44.3°F
Dec 9	44.3°F	43.7°F	43.9°F
Dec 10	43.6°F	43.2°F	43.5°F
Dec 11	42.9°F	42.8°F	43.2°F
Dec 12	42.3°F	44.4°F	43.1°F
Dec 13	41.8°F	43.4°F	42.5°F
Dec 14	41.7°F	43.5°F	42.1°F
Dec 15	41.3°F	43.3°F	42.2°F
Dec 16	41.4°F	42.8°F	42.2°F
Dec 17	41.3°F	42.5°F	42.1°F
Dec 18	41.5°F	42.3°F	42.0°F
Dec 19	41.4°F	42.1°F	41.8°F
Dec 20	41.3°F	41.6°F	41.3°F
Dec 21	41.1°F	41.9°F	41.2°F
Dec 22	40.6°F	41.4°F	40.7°F
Dec 23	40.0°F	40.6°F	40.2°F
Dec 24	39.6°F	39.9°F	39.7°F
Dec 25	39.3°F	39.2°F	39.4°F
Dec 26	38.6°F	38.7°F	38.7°F
Dec 27	38.2°F	38.0°F	38.3°F
Dec 28	38.0°F	37.3°F	38.2°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 38.

The warmest water in Buffalo was recorded on August 13, 2016, reaching a 78.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 10, 2014, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.2°F in Winter, 40.7°F in Spring, 69.9°F in Summer, and 61.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hamburg	41.4°F	12mi
Hamilton	41.4°F	55mi
Mississauga	41.3°F	62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Buffalo