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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

75.3

°F

September 5, 08:30

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

74.2°F

Tomorrow:

75.7°F

Sunrise:

06:27

Sunset:

19:22

Day Length:

12 h. 55 min.

Jersey City in September

Minimum:

36.7°F

Average:

41.6°F

Maximum:

43.5°F

Sea water temperature in Jersey City today

As of now, in Jersey City, the water temperature is 75.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 2.2°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 77.4°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 69.8°F on 2017.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 75.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Jersey City

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 22 75.3°F 73.3°F 74.9°F
Aug 23 74.6°F 73.5°F 74.7°F
Aug 24 75.7°F 73.5°F 74.4°F
Aug 25 75.0°F 73.2°F 74.6°F
Aug 26 74.3°F 73.2°F 74.4°F
Aug 27 73.4°F 72.9°F 74.5°F
Aug 28 74.3°F 72.2°F 74.4°F
Aug 29 73.3°F 71.9°F 74.6°F
Aug 30 74.0°F 72.0°F 74.5°F
Aug 31 73.6°F 72.2°F 74.6°F
Sep 1 73.6°F 71.6°F 74.1°F
Sep 2 73.6°F 72.1°F 73.5°F
Sep 3 73.4°F 70.5°F 73.1°F
Sep 4 74.2°F 70.6°F 73.0°F
Sep 5 75.3°F 71.5°F 73.2°F
Sep 6 75.7°F 72.7°F 73.5°F
Sep 7 75.5°F 72.7°F 73.4°F
Sep 8 75.5°F 71.8°F 73.3°F
Sep 9 75.2°F 71.4°F 73.0°F
Sep 10 75.0°F 71.0°F 72.9°F
Sep 11 74.9°F 71.0°F 72.8°F
Sep 12 74.4°F 70.5°F 72.2°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 56 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 2, 2026, dipping to 32.3°F. The average readings by season are 41.9°F in Winter, 48.6°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 75.3°F 4mi
Manhattan 75.2°F 7mi
Brooklyn 74.9°F 9mi
Coney Island 74.6°F 11mi
Staten Island 75.2°F 12mi
Queens 74.6°F 13mi
The Bronx 75.0°F 14mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Jersey City