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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

73.8

°F

August 1, 07:20

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

74.3°F

Tomorrow:

73.5°F

Sunrise:

05:53

Sunset:

20:11

Day Length:

14 h. 18 min.

Coney Island in August

Minimum:

40.5°F

Average:

43.4°F

Maximum:

45.0°F

Sea water temperature in Coney Island today

As of now, in Coney Island, the water temperature is 73.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.1°F lower 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 77.8°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 72.6°F on 2021.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 73.5°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
Jul 18 72.7°F 77.3°F 74.8°F
Jul 19 74.2°F 76.9°F 75.2°F
Jul 20 71.9°F 77.2°F 75.1°F
Jul 21 71.9°F 77.3°F 75.1°F
Jul 22 72.1°F 76.6°F 75.3°F
Jul 23 73.1°F 75.2°F 75.3°F
Jul 24 72.1°F 74.3°F 74.9°F
Jul 25 71.8°F 74.3°F 74.7°F
Jul 26 72.6°F 75.0°F 74.9°F
Jul 27 72.3°F 75.3°F 75.0°F
Jul 28 73.2°F 75.7°F 75.1°F
Jul 29 73.3°F 75.1°F 75.3°F
Jul 30 74.0°F 76.3°F 75.4°F
Jul 31 74.3°F 77.5°F 75.2°F
Aug 1 73.8°F 77.8°F 74.9°F
Aug 2 73.5°F 77.3°F 74.6°F
Aug 3 73.5°F 75.5°F 74.6°F
Aug 4 73.6°F 75.1°F 74.7°F
Aug 5 73.6°F 74.5°F 74.7°F
Aug 6 73.4°F 74.8°F 74.5°F
Aug 7 73.3°F 74.5°F 74.5°F
Aug 8 73.6°F 73.6°F 74.7°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 73.2°F 6mi
Staten Island 74.0°F 8mi
New York City 73.3°F 9mi
Queens 73.1°F 11mi
Jersey City 73.3°F 11mi
Charleston 75.8°F 13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Coney Island