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 20.75°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.

69.4

°F

October 10, 14:29

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

69.2°F

Tomorrow:

69.0°F

Sunrise:

07:01

Sunset:

18:24

Day Length:

11 h. 23 min.

Manhattan in October

Minimum:

39.2°F

Average:

41.4°F

Maximum:

43.5°F

Sea water temperature in Manhattan today

As of now, in Manhattan, the water temperature is 69.4°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 3.2°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.4°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 62.2°F on 2022.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 68.0°F, the minimum temperature may reach 67.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 69.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Manhattan

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 26	69.4°F	68.6°F	69.8°F
Sep 27	71.1°F	68.6°F	69.6°F
Sep 28	71.3°F	68.3°F	69.5°F
Sep 29	71.4°F	68.1°F	69.5°F
Sep 30	70.8°F	68.3°F	69.2°F
Oct 1	70.6°F	68.1°F	68.8°F
Oct 2	71.2°F	68.6°F	68.5°F
Oct 3	70.5°F	68.4°F	68.1°F
Oct 4	69.1°F	68.0°F	67.7°F
Oct 5	68.7°F	67.6°F	67.4°F
Oct 6	68.6°F	67.5°F	67.0°F
Oct 7	69.4°F	67.3°F	66.7°F
Oct 8	69.4°F	67.8°F	67.0°F
Oct 9	69.2°F	67.6°F	66.7°F
Oct 10	69.4°F	67.6°F	66.1°F
Oct 11	69.0°F	67.1°F	65.8°F
Oct 12	68.3°F	66.0°F	65.1°F
Oct 13	68.3°F	65.3°F	65.0°F
Oct 14	67.9°F	64.1°F	64.6°F
Oct 15	67.9°F	65.0°F	64.7°F
Oct 16	67.6°F	64.3°F	64.3°F
Oct 17	67.2°F	63.6°F	64.0°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 23, 2025, dipping to 34.1°F. The average readings by season are 41.9°F in Winter, 48.1°F in Spring, 71.5°F in Summer, and 63.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
New York City	69.6°F	5mi
The Bronx	69.0°F	7mi
Jersey City	69.6°F	7mi
Brooklyn	68.8°F	9mi
Queens	68.5°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Manhattan