What is the current water temperature in Queens?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Queens?

As of now, in Queens, the water temperature is 13.5°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 Queens

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Queens. 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.

56.3

°F

May 26, 17:03

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

54.8°F

Tomorrow:

56.9°F

Sunrise:

05:30

Sunset:

20:15

Day Length:

14 h. 45 min.

Queens in June

Minimum:

40.8°F

Average:

43.6°F

Maximum:

46.3°F

Sea water temperature in Queens today

As of now, in Queens, the water temperature is 56.3°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 2.2°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 61.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 56.6°F on 2025.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 57.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.9°F, while the maximum might reach 58.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Queens

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 12	52.5°F	54.9°F	53.5°F
May 13	53.0°F	56.7°F	54.2°F
May 14	52.5°F	56.6°F	54.1°F
May 15	53.0°F	56.2°F	54.6°F
May 16	53.0°F	57.3°F	54.7°F
May 17	53.4°F	57.7°F	55.4°F
May 18	55.6°F	58.5°F	55.5°F
May 19	57.8°F	60.6°F	56.1°F
May 20	59.3°F	59.5°F	56.9°F
May 21	61.0°F	58.5°F	57.3°F
May 22	60.3°F	58.2°F	57.7°F
May 23	59.1°F	58.0°F	57.9°F
May 24	56.9°F	58.0°F	58.1°F
May 25	54.8°F	56.8°F	58.0°F
May 26	56.3°F	56.6°F	58.5°F
May 27	56.9°F	57.6°F	59.1°F
May 28	57.3°F	57.3°F	59.5°F
May 29	57.8°F	57.6°F	60.0°F
May 30	58.2°F	57.4°F	60.4°F
May 31	58.1°F	58.0°F	60.3°F
Jun 1	58.5°F	58.2°F	60.7°F
Jun 2	58.7°F	58.3°F	60.9°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 Queens by month

In Queens, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 50.

The warmest water in Queens was recorded on August 17, 2016, reaching a 78.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2026, dipping to 33.4°F. The average readings by season are 42.6°F in Winter, 47.8°F in Spring, 70.9°F in Summer, and 63.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Brooklyn	59.2°F	6mi
New York City	62.9°F	9mi
Manhattan	60.7°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Queens