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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

73.2

°F

September 18, 22:04

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.6°F

Tomorrow:

73.1°F

Sunrise:

06:39

Sunset:

19:00

Day Length:

12 h. 21 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 73.2°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 1.6°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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.7°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 70.5°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 72.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 73.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Coney Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
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 73.7°F 70.5°F 72.2°F
Sep 14 73.9°F 70.9°F 72.3°F
Sep 15 73.0°F 71.5°F 72.1°F
Sep 16 72.4°F 72.2°F 72.2°F
Sep 17 72.6°F 72.0°F 71.8°F
Sep 18 73.2°F 71.3°F 71.6°F
Sep 19 73.1°F 70.9°F 71.5°F
Sep 20 73.0°F 71.5°F 71.4°F
Sep 21 72.7°F 71.2°F 71.1°F
Sep 22 72.6°F 71.0°F 71.0°F
Sep 23 72.4°F 70.4°F 70.8°F
Sep 24 72.1°F 70.7°F 70.5°F
Sep 25 71.7°F 70.8°F 70.1°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 72.9°F 6mi
Staten Island 72.9°F 8mi
New York City 73.0°F 9mi
Queens 72.7°F 11mi
Jersey City 73.0°F 11mi
Charleston 72.5°F 13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Coney Island