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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

57.5

°F

May 19, 22:45

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

57.5°F

Tomorrow:

58.1°F

Sunrise:

05:35

Sunset:

20:11

Day Length:

14 h. 36 min.

Jersey City in May

Minimum:

40.5°F

Average:

42.7°F

Maximum:

44.5°F

Sea water temperature in Jersey City today

As of now, in Jersey City, the water temperature is 57.5°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 0.8°F higher 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. 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 58.7°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 54.7°F on 2020.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 59.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 58.1°F, while the maximum might reach 60.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Jersey City

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 5 55.8°F 53.7°F 53.0°F
May 6 54.1°F 52.7°F 52.7°F
May 7 55.1°F 52.8°F 53.3°F
May 8 56.7°F 54.5°F 54.0°F
May 9 59.5°F 55.6°F 54.7°F
May 10 58.7°F 56.2°F 54.7°F
May 11 58.5°F 56.7°F 54.4°F
May 12 59.1°F 56.7°F 55.1°F
May 13 59.4°F 59.0°F 55.3°F
May 14 59.1°F 58.5°F 55.1°F
May 15 57.4°F 59.2°F 55.4°F
May 16 57.3°F 58.3°F 55.5°F
May 17 57.3°F 58.9°F 56.1°F
May 18 57.5°F 58.7°F 56.6°F
May 19 57.5°F 56.6°F 56.8°F
May 20 58.1°F 56.6°F 57.4°F
May 21 58.2°F 56.3°F 57.5°F
May 22 59.0°F 59.6°F 58.3°F
May 23 59.4°F 58.8°F 58.6°F
May 24 59.8°F 59.1°F 59.0°F
May 25 59.9°F 57.6°F 59.1°F
May 26 60.3°F 60.4°F 59.6°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 61 swimming days.
The warmest water in Jersey City was recorded on July 21, 2020, reaching a 79.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 20, 2015, dipping to 35.0°F. The average readings by season are 42.3°F in Winter, 48.2°F in Spring, 71.6°F in Summer, and 63.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
New York City 57.5°F 4mi
Manhattan 57.0°F 7mi
Brooklyn 56.8°F 9mi
Coney Island 57.3°F 11mi
Staten Island 57.8°F 12mi
Queens 55.8°F 13mi
The Bronx 55.7°F 14mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Jersey City