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 3.78°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.

38.8

°F

March 26, 12:53

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

38.8°F

Tomorrow:

39.0°F

Sunrise:

06:49

Sunset:

19:14

Day Length:

12 h. 25 min.

Queens in April

Minimum:

41.1°F

Average:

43.8°F

Maximum:

47.1°F

Sea water temperature in Queens today

As of now, in Queens, the water temperature is 38.8°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 3.8°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

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 44.0°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 40.0°F on 2018.

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 39.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 39.0°F, while the maximum might reach 39.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Queens

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 12	41.0°F	41.3°F	41.1°F
Mar 13	38.4°F	41.6°F	41.0°F
Mar 14	37.8°F	40.7°F	41.0°F
Mar 15	38.3°F	41.0°F	41.0°F
Mar 16	37.9°F	40.8°F	40.8°F
Mar 17	37.7°F	42.0°F	41.4°F
Mar 18	38.7°F	42.2°F	41.5°F
Mar 19	37.7°F	42.5°F	41.6°F
Mar 20	36.9°F	42.5°F	41.6°F
Mar 21	37.8°F	42.2°F	41.4°F
Mar 22	38.8°F	43.8°F	41.9°F
Mar 23	38.9°F	43.2°F	42.0°F
Mar 24	39.1°F	42.5°F	42.0°F
Mar 25	38.8°F	42.2°F	42.1°F
Mar 26	38.8°F	44.0°F	42.6°F
Mar 27	39.0°F	43.3°F	42.8°F
Mar 28	39.0°F	43.1°F	42.8°F
Mar 29	39.3°F	43.6°F	43.2°F
Mar 30	39.5°F	43.5°F	43.4°F
Mar 31	39.6°F	43.4°F	43.4°F
Apr 1	39.5°F	43.5°F	43.3°F
Apr 2	39.8°F	45.0°F	43.7°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	39.5°F	6mi
New York City	39.8°F	9mi
Manhattan	39.3°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Queens