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 13.35°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.

56.0

°F

May 9, 03:31

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

55.4°F

Tomorrow:

56.1°F

Sunrise:

05:45

Sunset:

20:00

Day Length:

14 h. 15 min.

New York City in May

Minimum:

40.5°F

Average:

42.9°F

Maximum:

44.5°F

Sea water temperature in New York City today

As of now, in New York City, the water temperature is 56.0°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 1.2°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

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 59.5°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 52.9°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 56.3°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
Apr 25	52.4°F	52.1°F	50.5°F
Apr 26	53.9°F	49.6°F	50.4°F
Apr 27	53.2°F	49.9°F	50.7°F
Apr 28	52.0°F	49.9°F	50.7°F
Apr 29	50.6°F	50.1°F	50.7°F
Apr 30	52.8°F	53.7°F	51.4°F
May 1	54.8°F	53.5°F	51.7°F
May 2	53.3°F	53.0°F	51.9°F
May 3	51.9°F	57.3°F	52.3°F
May 4	54.7°F	55.9°F	53.0°F
May 5	54.3°F	55.8°F	53.2°F
May 6	54.2°F	54.1°F	52.9°F
May 7	54.6°F	55.1°F	53.5°F
May 8	55.4°F	56.7°F	54.1°F
May 9	56.0°F	59.5°F	54.8°F
May 10	56.1°F	58.7°F	54.8°F
May 11	55.7°F	58.4°F	54.5°F
May 12	56.2°F	58.9°F	55.0°F
May 13	56.5°F	59.2°F	55.3°F
May 14	56.3°F	59.0°F	55.1°F
May 15	56.7°F	57.4°F	55.5°F
May 16	56.8°F	57.3°F	55.5°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 February 23, 2025, dipping to 34.0°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	56.0°F	4mi
Manhattan	56.0°F	5mi
Brooklyn	56.1°F	5mi
Queens	55.8°F	9mi
Coney Island	56.2°F	9mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from New York City