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 14.51°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.

58.1

°F

May 20, 00:58

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

57.5°F

Tomorrow:

58.2°F

Sunrise:

05:34

Sunset:

20:12

Day Length:

14 h. 38 min.

New York City in May

Minimum:

40.5°F

Average:

42.7°F

Maximum:

44.5°F

Sea water temperature in New York City today

As of now, in New York City, the water temperature is 58.1°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 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 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 60.1°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 54.6°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 59.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 58.2°F, while the maximum might reach 61.0°F.

Daily water temperature in New York City

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	54.1°F	52.7°F	52.7°F
May 7	55.1°F	52.8°F	53.3°F
May 8	56.7°F	54.5°F	54.0°F
May 9	59.5°F	55.6°F	54.7°F
May 10	58.7°F	56.2°F	54.7°F
May 11	58.5°F	56.7°F	54.4°F
May 12	59.1°F	56.7°F	55.1°F
May 13	59.4°F	59.0°F	55.3°F
May 14	59.1°F	58.5°F	55.1°F
May 15	57.4°F	59.2°F	55.4°F
May 16	57.3°F	58.3°F	55.5°F
May 17	57.3°F	58.9°F	56.1°F
May 18	57.5°F	58.7°F	56.6°F
May 19	57.5°F	56.6°F	56.8°F
May 20	58.1°F	56.6°F	57.4°F
May 21	58.2°F	56.3°F	57.5°F
May 22	59.0°F	59.6°F	58.3°F
May 23	59.4°F	58.8°F	58.6°F
May 24	59.8°F	59.1°F	59.0°F
May 25	59.9°F	57.6°F	59.1°F
May 26	60.3°F	60.4°F	59.6°F
May 27	61.0°F	60.6°F	60.2°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 61 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 February 20, 2015, dipping to 35.0°F. The average readings by season are 42.3°F in Winter, 48.2°F in Spring, 71.6°F in Summer, and 63.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Jersey City	58.1°F	4mi
Manhattan	57.5°F	5mi
Brooklyn	57.3°F	5mi
Queens	56.3°F	9mi
Coney Island	57.7°F	9mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from New York City