What is the current water temperature in Manhattan?

As of now, in Manhattan, the water temperature is 23.41°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Manhattan

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Manhattan. 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.

74.1

°F

September 12, 15:22

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

75.3°F

Tomorrow:

74.2°F

Sunrise:

06:33

Sunset:

19:10

Day Length:

12 h. 37 min.

Manhattan in September

Minimum:

37.1°F

Average:

41.4°F

Maximum:

43.2°F

Sea water temperature in Manhattan today

As of now, in Manhattan, the water temperature is 74.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 2.1°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 74.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 68.6°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

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 74.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Manhattan

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 29	73.4°F	71.8°F	74.4°F
Aug 30	73.8°F	71.8°F	74.4°F
Aug 31	73.6°F	71.8°F	74.5°F
Sep 1	73.6°F	71.4°F	74.0°F
Sep 2	73.4°F	72.0°F	73.5°F
Sep 3	73.2°F	70.6°F	73.0°F
Sep 4	74.0°F	70.8°F	72.9°F
Sep 5	75.2°F	71.4°F	73.3°F
Sep 6	73.9°F	72.9°F	73.4°F
Sep 7	74.1°F	72.6°F	73.3°F
Sep 8	74.3°F	71.9°F	73.3°F
Sep 9	73.7°F	71.3°F	73.0°F
Sep 10	73.7°F	71.1°F	72.9°F
Sep 11	75.3°F	71.0°F	72.9°F
Sep 12	74.1°F	70.5°F	72.0°F
Sep 13	74.2°F	70.7°F	72.1°F
Sep 14	74.3°F	71.1°F	72.2°F
Sep 15	74.4°F	71.7°F	72.3°F
Sep 16	74.6°F	72.2°F	72.4°F
Sep 17	74.1°F	71.9°F	72.0°F
Sep 18	73.7°F	71.4°F	71.5°F
Sep 19	73.9°F	71.0°F	71.7°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 Manhattan by month

In Manhattan, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 52 swimming days.

The warmest water in Manhattan was recorded on July 31, 2025, reaching a 78.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2026, dipping to 32.7°F. The average readings by season are 41.6°F in Winter, 48.3°F in Spring, 71.6°F in Summer, and 63.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
New York City	74.0°F	5mi
The Bronx	74.4°F	7mi
Jersey City	74.0°F	7mi
Brooklyn	73.6°F	9mi
Queens	74.0°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Manhattan