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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.
Sea temperature in Manhattan now

56.0

°F

May 9, 12:48

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

55.4°F

Tomorrow:

56.3°F

Sunrise:

05:45

Sunset:

20:00

Day Length:

14 h. 15 min.

Manhattan in May

Minimum:

40.5°F

Average:

42.5°F

Maximum:

44.5°F

Sea water temperature in Manhattan today

As of now, in Manhattan, the water temperature is 56.0°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 1.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 58.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 52.6°F on 2020.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 56.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.0°F, while the maximum might reach 57.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Manhattan

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

 last year 10 years average
Apr 25 52.2°F 51.7°F 50.2°F
Apr 26 54.0°F 49.6°F 50.1°F
Apr 27 53.3°F 49.7°F 50.4°F
Apr 28 51.8°F 49.5°F 50.3°F
Apr 29 50.8°F 49.7°F 50.3°F
Apr 30 52.7°F 52.8°F 51.0°F
May 1 55.0°F 52.8°F 51.4°F
May 2 53.0°F 52.5°F 51.5°F
May 3 51.6°F 56.0°F 51.9°F
May 4 54.6°F 55.9°F 52.6°F
May 5 54.3°F 55.8°F 52.9°F
May 6 54.2°F 54.6°F 52.7°F
May 7 54.6°F 55.3°F 53.2°F
May 8 55.4°F 56.3°F 53.9°F
May 9 56.0°F 58.9°F 54.4°F
May 10 56.3°F 58.5°F 54.6°F
May 11 56.0°F 58.3°F 54.3°F
May 12 56.4°F 58.6°F 54.7°F
May 13 56.8°F 59.0°F 55.1°F
May 14 56.6°F 58.9°F 55.0°F
May 15 57.0°F 57.1°F 55.3°F
May 16 57.0°F 57.0°F 55.3°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

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In Manhattan, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 55 swimming days.
The warmest water in Manhattan was recorded on August 15, 2016, reaching a 78.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 23, 2025, dipping to 34.1°F. The average readings by season are 41.9°F in Winter, 48.1°F in Spring, 71.4°F in Summer, and 63.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
New York City 56.7°F 5mi
The Bronx 54.6°F 7mi
Jersey City 56.7°F 7mi
Brooklyn 55.5°F 9mi
Queens 54.6°F 10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Manhattan