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 16.61°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

61.9

°F

May 22, 21:25

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

62.3°F

Tomorrow:

62.3°F

Sunrise:

05:33

Sunset:

20:13

Day Length:

14 h. 40 min.

Manhattan in May

Minimum:

38.9°F

Average:

42.3°F

Maximum:

44.5°F

Sea water temperature in Manhattan today

As of now, in Manhattan, the water temperature is 61.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 3.5°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 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 60.4°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 56.3°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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.3°F, while the maximum might reach 64.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Manhattan

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 8	54.6°F	55.4°F	53.9°F
May 9	54.8°F	56.0°F	54.5°F
May 10	53.6°F	55.9°F	54.4°F
May 11	54.2°F	55.6°F	54.1°F
May 12	53.1°F	55.8°F	54.2°F
May 13	53.5°F	58.0°F	55.0°F
May 14	53.3°F	57.7°F	54.9°F
May 15	54.1°F	57.5°F	55.3°F
May 16	53.3°F	57.6°F	55.3°F
May 17	54.8°F	58.6°F	56.1°F
May 18	56.0°F	58.5°F	56.3°F
May 19	58.9°F	61.4°F	57.1°F
May 20	60.9°F	61.3°F	58.0°F
May 21	62.3°F	58.6°F	58.0°F
May 22	61.9°F	58.6°F	58.4°F
May 23	62.3°F	58.8°F	58.8°F
May 24	63.0°F	58.9°F	59.5°F
May 25	62.9°F	57.5°F	59.4°F
May 26	63.1°F	57.5°F	59.6°F
May 27	63.6°F	57.8°F	60.1°F
May 28	64.1°F	57.9°F	60.6°F
May 29	64.6°F	58.2°F	61.1°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	62.4°F	5mi
The Bronx	60.5°F	7mi
Jersey City	62.4°F	7mi
Brooklyn	61.3°F	9mi
Queens	60.3°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Manhattan