Water temperature in New York City
69.6
°F
October 10, 14:37
Trend:
stableYesterday:
69.4°FTomorrow:
69.4°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
11 h. 22 min.New York City in October
Minimum:
39.5°FAverage:
41.8°FMaximum:
43.5°FSea water temperature in New York City today
As of now, in New York City, the water temperature is 69.6°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 3.6°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 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 69.5°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 61.8°F on 2022.
Daily water temperature in New York City
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26 | 69.5°F | 68.8°F | 69.8°F |
| Sep 27 | 71.3°F | 68.9°F | 69.7°F |
| Sep 28 | 71.4°F | 68.5°F | 69.6°F |
| Sep 29 | 71.1°F | 68.3°F | 69.4°F |
| Sep 30 | 70.5°F | 68.7°F | 69.2°F |
| Oct 1 | 70.5°F | 68.6°F | 68.8°F |
| Oct 2 | 71.2°F | 69.0°F | 68.4°F |
| Oct 3 | 70.7°F | 68.9°F | 68.1°F |
| Oct 4 | 69.2°F | 68.5°F | 67.6°F |
| Oct 5 | 69.0°F | 67.9°F | 67.3°F |
| Oct 6 | 68.7°F | 67.4°F | 66.9°F |
| Oct 7 | 69.3°F | 67.4°F | 66.6°F |
| Oct 8 | 69.3°F | 67.7°F | 67.0°F |
| Oct 9 | 69.4°F | 67.8°F | 66.7°F |
| Oct 10 | 69.6°F | 67.5°F | 66.0°F |
| Oct 11 | 69.4°F | 67.2°F | 65.8°F |
| Oct 12 | 68.6°F | 66.3°F | 65.0°F |
| Oct 13 | 68.7°F | 65.7°F | 65.1°F |
| Oct 14 | 68.3°F | 65.0°F | 64.7°F |
| Oct 15 | 68.3°F | 64.9°F | 64.7°F |
| Oct 16 | 67.9°F | 64.3°F | 64.3°F |
| Oct 17 | 67.6°F | 63.9°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| Jersey City |
69.6°F
|
4mi |
| Manhattan |
69.4°F
|
5mi |
| Brooklyn |
68.8°F
|
5mi |
| Queens |
68.5°F
|
9mi |
| Coney Island |
68.4°F
|
9mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from New York City