Water temperature in New York City
71.4
°F
July 9, 16:35
Trend:
stableYesterday:
71.7°FTomorrow:
71.5°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
14 h. 56 min.New York City in July
Minimum:
37.8°FAverage:
42.4°FMaximum:
46.2°FSea water temperature in New York City today
As of now, in New York City, the water temperature is 71.4°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 1.6°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 rise a bit.Recent sea temperature and forecast
Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 75.2°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 71.3°F on 2019.
Daily water temperature in New York City
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25 | 67.9°F | 73.0°F | 69.4°F |
| Jun 26 | 68.5°F | 75.3°F | 70.0°F |
| Jun 27 | 67.5°F | 74.2°F | 70.1°F |
| Jun 28 | 67.8°F | 72.8°F | 69.6°F |
| Jun 29 | 68.6°F | 73.7°F | 70.1°F |
| Jun 30 | 68.9°F | 74.5°F | 70.7°F |
| Jul 1 | 70.9°F | 74.0°F | 71.0°F |
| Jul 2 | 71.4°F | 74.9°F | 71.5°F |
| Jul 3 | 74.8°F | 72.8°F | 71.7°F |
| Jul 4 | 76.9°F | 74.1°F | 72.4°F |
| Jul 5 | 76.3°F | 73.4°F | 72.1°F |
| Jul 6 | 75.9°F | 73.4°F | 72.6°F |
| Jul 7 | 72.9°F | 74.0°F | 73.5°F |
| Jul 8 | 71.7°F | 75.5°F | 73.3°F |
| Jul 9 | 71.4°F | 75.2°F | 73.0°F |
| Jul 10 | 71.5°F | 74.9°F | 73.1°F |
| Jul 11 | 72.1°F | 74.7°F | 73.7°F |
| Jul 12 | 72.0°F | 73.1°F | 73.6°F |
| Jul 13 | 72.4°F | 74.2°F | 74.0°F |
| Jul 14 | 72.8°F | 74.7°F | 74.4°F |
| Jul 15 | 73.1°F | 75.3°F | 74.7°F |
| Jul 16 | 73.5°F | 75.8°F | 75.1°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| Jersey City |
71.4°F
|
4mi |
| Manhattan |
71.5°F
|
5mi |
| Brooklyn |
71.1°F
|
5mi |
| Queens |
71.7°F
|
9mi |
| Coney Island |
70.2°F
|
9mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from New York City