What is the current water temperature in New York City?

Q: What is the current water temperature in New York City?

As of now, in New York City, the water temperature is 3.4°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 New York City

Detailed information about the current water temperature in New York City. 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.

38.1

°F

February 5, 03:49

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

38.3°F

Tomorrow:

38.1°F

Sunrise:

07:02

Sunset:

17:18

Day Length:

10 h. 16 min.

New York City in February

Minimum:

41.5°F

Average:

43.2°F

Maximum:

46.9°F

Sea water temperature in New York City today

As of now, in New York City, the water temperature is 38.1°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 0.8°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 41.6°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 36.4°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 38.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in New York City

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 22	37.3°F	39.5°F	40.1°F
Jan 23	35.0°F	40.0°F	40.0°F
Jan 24	37.0°F	40.0°F	40.2°F
Jan 25	36.1°F	39.8°F	40.0°F
Jan 26	35.9°F	39.7°F	39.7°F
Jan 27	36.1°F	39.5°F	39.5°F
Jan 28	37.8°F	39.9°F	39.5°F
Jan 29	38.2°F	39.7°F	39.5°F
Jan 30	38.7°F	40.2°F	39.6°F
Jan 31	37.5°F	40.0°F	39.2°F
Feb 1	37.6°F	39.8°F	39.0°F
Feb 2	39.1°F	39.5°F	39.1°F
Feb 3	38.4°F	39.7°F	39.1°F
Feb 4	38.3°F	39.5°F	39.1°F
Feb 5	38.1°F	39.3°F	39.0°F
Feb 6	38.1°F	39.8°F	39.0°F
Feb 7	37.6°F	38.0°F	38.4°F
Feb 8	37.6°F	38.5°F	38.4°F
Feb 9	38.3°F	39.5°F	39.1°F
Feb 10	38.0°F	42.0°F	38.9°F
Feb 11	38.3°F	41.9°F	39.1°F
Feb 12	38.3°F	41.7°F	39.1°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 New York City by month

In New York City, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 60 swimming days.

The warmest water in New York City was recorded on July 21, 2020, reaching a 79.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 23, 2025, dipping to 35.0°F. The average readings by season are 42.3°F in Winter, 48.5°F in Spring, 71.8°F in Summer, and 63.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Jersey City	38.1°F	4mi
Manhattan	37.7°F	5mi
Brooklyn	38.6°F	5mi
Queens	39.0°F	9mi
Coney Island	39.6°F	9mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from New York City