What is the current water temperature in Montauk?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Montauk?

As of now, in Montauk, the water temperature is 8.04°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 Montauk

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Montauk. 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.

46.5

°F

April 29, 13:38

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

47.1°F

Tomorrow:

46.5°F

Sunrise:

05:49

Sunset:

19:42

Day Length:

13 h. 53 min.

Montauk in May

Minimum:

42.8°F

Average:

45.3°F

Maximum:

48.8°F

Sea water temperature in Montauk today

As of now, in Montauk, the water temperature is 46.5°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 0.5°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 stay about the same.

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 48.6°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 44.8°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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 47.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 46.5°F, while the maximum might reach 47.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Montauk

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 15	43.4°F	45.8°F	44.5°F
Apr 16	44.6°F	46.8°F	45.1°F
Apr 17	44.0°F	46.8°F	45.2°F
Apr 18	44.0°F	47.1°F	45.1°F
Apr 19	44.2°F	46.9°F	45.3°F
Apr 20	44.3°F	46.4°F	45.4°F
Apr 21	45.7°F	46.7°F	45.7°F
Apr 22	44.9°F	46.8°F	45.7°F
Apr 23	46.3°F	46.5°F	46.0°F
Apr 24	46.3°F	46.8°F	46.1°F
Apr 25	47.5°F	47.4°F	46.4°F
Apr 26	46.8°F	47.0°F	46.4°F
Apr 27	47.0°F	47.0°F	46.6°F
Apr 28	47.1°F	47.1°F	46.8°F
Apr 29	46.5°F	47.2°F	46.9°F
Apr 30	46.5°F	47.8°F	47.0°F
May 1	46.8°F	47.9°F	47.3°F
May 2	47.1°F	48.0°F	47.6°F
May 3	47.0°F	48.7°F	47.5°F
May 4	47.3°F	48.4°F	47.8°F
May 5	47.5°F	48.1°F	48.0°F
May 6	47.6°F	48.2°F	48.1°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 Montauk by month

In an average year, Montauk offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Montauk was recorded on August 7, 2022, reaching a 74.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 28, 2015, dipping to 33.4°F. The average readings by season are 44.0°F in Winter, 45.4°F in Spring, 66.6°F in Summer, and 63.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Newport	49.6°F	46mi
West Haven	49.8°F	54mi
Bristol	52.9°F	57mi
Providence	51.7°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Montauk