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Water temperature in Coney Island

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Coney Island. 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.
Sea temperature in Coney Island now

72.9

°F

September 12, 20:09

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

74.7°F

Tomorrow:

72.9°F

Sunrise:

06:33

Sunset:

19:10

Day Length:

12 h. 37 min.

Coney Island in September

Minimum:

40.0°F

Average:

43.2°F

Maximum:

44.6°F

Sea water temperature in Coney Island today

As of now, in Coney Island, the water temperature is 72.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly 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 75.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 68.6°F on 2017.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 72.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Coney Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 29 73.6°F 71.7°F 74.3°F
Aug 30 73.3°F 72.4°F 74.2°F
Aug 31 73.4°F 71.1°F 74.1°F
Sep 1 73.7°F 70.8°F 73.6°F
Sep 2 73.6°F 70.9°F 73.1°F
Sep 3 73.4°F 70.6°F 72.9°F
Sep 4 73.9°F 70.3°F 72.8°F
Sep 5 74.6°F 71.3°F 73.1°F
Sep 6 73.7°F 72.0°F 73.1°F
Sep 7 73.7°F 72.0°F 73.2°F
Sep 8 74.2°F 70.8°F 73.0°F
Sep 9 73.7°F 70.7°F 72.8°F
Sep 10 73.8°F 70.7°F 72.9°F
Sep 11 74.7°F 70.7°F 72.6°F
Sep 12 72.9°F 70.0°F 72.1°F
Sep 13 72.9°F 70.5°F 72.1°F
Sep 14 73.0°F 70.9°F 72.1°F
Sep 15 72.9°F 71.5°F 72.1°F
Sep 16 73.0°F 72.2°F 72.2°F
Sep 17 72.5°F 72.0°F 71.7°F
Sep 18 72.4°F 71.3°F 71.6°F
Sep 19 72.4°F 70.9°F 71.5°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.

Sea water temperature in Coney Island by month

In Coney Island, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 51 swimming days.
The warmest water in Coney Island was recorded on August 16, 2016, reaching a 79.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2026, dipping to 33.8°F. The average readings by season are 42.9°F in Winter, 48.4°F in Spring, 71.3°F in Summer, and 63.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Brooklyn 73.6°F 6mi
Staten Island 74.1°F 8mi
New York City 74.0°F 9mi
Queens 74.0°F 11mi
Jersey City 74.0°F 11mi
Charleston 75.5°F 13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Coney Island