What is the current water temperature in Manhattan?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Manhattan?

As of now, in Manhattan, the water temperature is 22.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

72.1

°F

July 23, 02:02

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.4°F

Tomorrow:

71.8°F

Sunrise:

05:44

Sunset:

20:20

Day Length:

14 h. 36 min.

Manhattan in July

Minimum:

38.1°F

Average:

42.1°F

Maximum:

45.2°F

Sea water temperature in Manhattan today

As of now, in Manhattan, the water temperature is 72.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 3.5°F lower 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 77.8°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 73.1°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Manhattan

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 9	71.5°F	75.1°F	72.5°F
Jul 10	71.7°F	74.6°F	72.7°F
Jul 11	72.2°F	74.4°F	73.1°F
Jul 12	72.2°F	72.3°F	73.1°F
Jul 13	73.4°F	73.4°F	73.5°F
Jul 14	73.1°F	73.7°F	73.9°F
Jul 15	73.4°F	74.3°F	74.2°F
Jul 16	74.7°F	74.8°F	74.4°F
Jul 17	75.4°F	76.2°F	74.9°F
Jul 18	74.3°F	76.8°F	74.8°F
Jul 19	74.1°F	77.3°F	75.0°F
Jul 20	73.3°F	76.0°F	74.9°F
Jul 21	72.7°F	75.9°F	75.1°F
Jul 22	72.4°F	75.7°F	75.8°F
Jul 23	72.1°F	74.5°F	75.6°F
Jul 24	71.8°F	74.2°F	75.3°F
Jul 25	71.7°F	73.5°F	75.1°F
Jul 26	71.8°F	75.7°F	75.3°F
Jul 27	71.7°F	76.1°F	75.2°F
Jul 28	71.7°F	76.3°F	75.1°F
Jul 29	71.8°F	74.9°F	75.3°F
Jul 30	71.8°F	76.4°F	75.3°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

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	72.2°F	5mi
The Bronx	71.9°F	7mi
Jersey City	72.2°F	7mi
Brooklyn	72.2°F	9mi
Queens	72.3°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Manhattan