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 5.43°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.

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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.

41.8

°F

March 13, 12:27

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

40.9°F

Tomorrow:

41.9°F

Sunrise:

07:11

Sunset:

19:00

Day Length:

11 h. 49 min.

Manhattan in March

Minimum:

41.4°F

Average:

42.8°F

Maximum:

46.3°F

Sea water temperature in Manhattan today

As of now, in Manhattan, the water temperature is 41.8°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 1.3°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 43.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 36.7°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 42.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 41.5°F, while the maximum might reach 42.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Manhattan

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 27	37.9°F	38.6°F	38.5°F
Feb 28	37.3°F	39.8°F	38.8°F
Mar 1	38.7°F	40.5°F	39.0°F
Mar 2	38.7°F	39.6°F	38.9°F
Mar 3	39.5°F	40.9°F	39.4°F
Mar 4	39.3°F	41.7°F	39.5°F
Mar 5	39.3°F	43.7°F	39.5°F
Mar 6	37.9°F	43.6°F	39.4°F
Mar 7	38.9°F	43.4°F	39.4°F
Mar 8	40.0°F	42.3°F	39.5°F
Mar 9	40.0°F	42.3°F	39.9°F
Mar 10	40.1°F	42.1°F	40.4°F
Mar 11	39.8°F	44.2°F	40.4°F
Mar 12	40.9°F	42.7°F	40.6°F
Mar 13	41.8°F	43.8°F	40.5°F
Mar 14	41.9°F	43.2°F	40.6°F
Mar 15	41.8°F	44.0°F	40.5°F
Mar 16	41.5°F	43.6°F	40.2°F
Mar 17	42.4°F	44.9°F	41.0°F
Mar 18	42.4°F	46.8°F	41.1°F
Mar 19	42.6°F	46.1°F	41.3°F
Mar 20	42.6°F	32.0°F	41.3°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 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	42.2°F	5mi
The Bronx	40.7°F	7mi
Jersey City	42.2°F	7mi
Brooklyn	41.6°F	9mi
Queens	41.6°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Manhattan