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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

76.4

°F

August 7, 10:20

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

74.8°F

Tomorrow:

76.7°F

Sunrise:

05:58

Sunset:

20:04

Day Length:

14 h. 6 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 76.4°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 2.0°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 78.1°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 71.5°F on 2021.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 76.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 76.7°F, while the maximum might reach 77.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Coney Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
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 74.8°F
Aug 2 74.7°F 77.3°F 74.6°F
Aug 3 75.3°F 75.5°F 74.7°F
Aug 4 74.7°F 75.1°F 74.7°F
Aug 5 75.1°F 74.5°F 74.8°F
Aug 6 74.8°F 74.8°F 74.6°F
Aug 7 76.4°F 74.5°F 74.5°F
Aug 8 76.7°F 73.6°F 74.7°F
Aug 9 76.9°F 73.9°F 75.0°F
Aug 10 76.7°F 73.6°F 74.7°F
Aug 11 76.8°F 73.7°F 74.8°F
Aug 12 76.7°F 74.5°F 74.8°F
Aug 13 76.7°F 74.9°F 74.8°F
Aug 14 77.3°F 75.6°F 75.4°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 76.1°F 6mi
Staten Island 77.4°F 8mi
New York City 76.2°F 9mi
Queens 76.1°F 11mi
Jersey City 76.2°F 11mi
Charleston 78.4°F 13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Coney Island