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Water temperature in Jersey City

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Jersey City. 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 Jersey City now

51.1

°F

November 26, 21:30

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

50.1°F

Tomorrow:

51.3°F

Sunrise:

06:55

Sunset:

16:31

Day Length:

9 h. 36 min.

Jersey City in December

Minimum:

39.5°F

Average:

41.5°F

Maximum:

44.3°F

Sea water temperature in Jersey City today

As of now, in Jersey City, the water temperature is 51.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.3°F lower 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 53.3°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 49.2°F on 2018.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 50.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 49.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 51.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Jersey City

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 12 54.9°F 59.7°F 56.4°F
Nov 13 54.6°F 59.4°F 56.2°F
Nov 14 52.5°F 58.8°F 55.5°F
Nov 15 52.5°F 56.6°F 55.3°F
Nov 16 51.7°F 56.3°F 54.9°F
Nov 17 52.9°F 55.7°F 54.7°F
Nov 18 51.4°F 55.2°F 54.0°F
Nov 19 49.9°F 55.3°F 54.0°F
Nov 20 49.8°F 53.6°F 53.6°F
Nov 21 49.9°F 53.6°F 53.3°F
Nov 22 49.8°F 53.3°F 52.9°F
Nov 23 49.9°F 53.1°F 52.7°F
Nov 24 49.2°F 53.8°F 52.2°F
Nov 25 50.1°F 52.6°F 51.8°F
Nov 26 51.1°F 51.0°F 51.4°F
Nov 27 51.3°F 52.9°F 51.6°F
Nov 28 51.0°F 50.9°F 51.3°F
Nov 29 50.7°F 50.6°F 51.0°F
Nov 30 50.2°F 49.7°F 50.5°F
Dec 1 50.4°F 50.6°F 50.8°F
Dec 2 50.0°F 49.6°F 50.4°F
Dec 3 49.8°F 49.3°F 50.1°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 Jersey City by month

In Jersey City, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 58 swimming days.
The warmest water in Jersey City was recorded on July 31, 2025, reaching a 79.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 23, 2025, dipping to 34.0°F. The average readings by season are 42.3°F in Winter, 48.5°F in Spring, 71.9°F in Summer, and 63.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
New York City 51.1°F 4mi
Manhattan 50.8°F 7mi
Brooklyn 51.1°F 9mi
Coney Island 51.6°F 11mi
Staten Island 50.8°F 12mi
Queens 50.8°F 13mi
The Bronx 50.2°F 14mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Jersey City