What is the current water temperature in Coney Island?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Coney Island?

As of now, in Coney Island, the water temperature is 22.21°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.

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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.

72.0

°F

September 17, 22:06

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.2°F

Tomorrow:

71.9°F

Sunrise:

06:38

Sunset:

19:02

Day Length:

12 h. 24 min.

Coney Island in September

Minimum:

41.0°F

Average:

43.3°F

Maximum:

44.6°F

Sea water temperature in Coney Island today

As of now, in Coney Island, the water temperature is 72.0°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 about the same as 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 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 73.4°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 70.4°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 70.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Coney Island

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 3	70.6°F	72.4°F	73.0°F
Sep 4	70.3°F	71.5°F	72.9°F
Sep 5	71.3°F	71.1°F	73.1°F
Sep 6	72.0°F	71.2°F	73.2°F
Sep 7	72.0°F	70.8°F	73.3°F
Sep 8	70.8°F	71.5°F	73.1°F
Sep 9	70.7°F	70.8°F	73.0°F
Sep 10	70.7°F	70.5°F	73.1°F
Sep 11	70.7°F	70.2°F	72.7°F
Sep 12	70.0°F	70.4°F	72.4°F
Sep 13	70.5°F	70.5°F	72.3°F
Sep 14	70.9°F	70.5°F	72.3°F
Sep 15	71.5°F	70.6°F	72.2°F
Sep 16	72.2°F	71.0°F	72.3°F
Sep 17	72.0°F	70.6°F	71.8°F
Sep 18	71.9°F	70.8°F	71.8°F
Sep 19	71.9°F	70.6°F	71.8°F
Sep 20	71.8°F	71.7°F	71.6°F
Sep 21	71.4°F	71.4°F	71.2°F
Sep 22	71.2°F	70.9°F	71.1°F
Sep 23	71.0°F	70.9°F	70.8°F
Sep 24	70.6°F	70.6°F	70.4°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 52 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 16, 2015, dipping to 35.1°F. The average readings by season are 43.2°F in Winter, 48.4°F in Spring, 71.4°F in Summer, and 63.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Brooklyn	71.8°F	6mi
Staten Island	72.3°F	8mi
New York City	72.2°F	9mi
Queens	71.3°F	11mi
Jersey City	72.2°F	11mi
Charleston	71.6°F	13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Coney Island