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 2.03°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.

35.7

°F

February 24, 21:32

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

35.5°F

Tomorrow:

36.2°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

17:41

Day Length:

11 h. 4 min.

Queens in March

Minimum:

41.2°F

Average:

44.1°F

Maximum:

47.8°F

Sea water temperature in Queens today

As of now, in Queens, the water temperature is 35.7°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 3.1°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 rise a bit.

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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 40.6°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 36.2°F on 2025.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 36.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 36.0°F, while the maximum might reach 36.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Queens

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 10	34.5°F	37.5°F	38.5°F
Feb 11	34.4°F	37.4°F	38.5°F
Feb 12	34.8°F	37.5°F	38.6°F
Feb 13	34.4°F	37.6°F	38.7°F
Feb 14	34.0°F	37.6°F	38.5°F
Feb 15	34.6°F	37.0°F	38.6°F
Feb 16	34.7°F	37.1°F	38.8°F
Feb 17	34.7°F	37.0°F	38.7°F
Feb 18	34.7°F	37.3°F	38.5°F
Feb 19	33.4°F	36.9°F	38.4°F
Feb 20	33.7°F	36.8°F	38.5°F
Feb 21	33.7°F	36.6°F	38.6°F
Feb 22	34.2°F	36.0°F	38.6°F
Feb 23	35.5°F	36.2°F	38.6°F
Feb 24	35.7°F	36.2°F	38.8°F
Feb 25	36.2°F	36.4°F	39.3°F
Feb 26	36.2°F	37.3°F	39.3°F
Feb 27	36.1°F	37.7°F	39.2°F
Feb 28	36.4°F	37.6°F	39.5°F
Mar 1	36.2°F	38.3°F	39.8°F
Mar 2	36.0°F	37.5°F	39.7°F
Mar 3	36.5°F	39.0°F	40.1°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 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, 47.9°F in Spring, 70.9°F in Summer, and 63.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Brooklyn	36.2°F	6mi
New York City	35.7°F	9mi
Manhattan	35.7°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Queens