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 13.51°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 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 20, 00:50

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

55.8°F

Tomorrow:

56.7°F

Sunrise:

05:33

Sunset:

20:11

Day Length:

14 h. 38 min.

Queens in May

Minimum:

41.4°F

Average:

43.6°F

Maximum:

46.4°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 about the same as 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 58.1°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 54.0°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 57.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.7°F, while the maximum might reach 59.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Queens

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	55.0°F	52.4°F	51.6°F
May 7	55.6°F	52.4°F	52.0°F
May 8	56.1°F	54.4°F	52.6°F
May 9	57.3°F	54.8°F	53.2°F
May 10	57.2°F	55.7°F	53.6°F
May 11	57.2°F	56.8°F	53.6°F
May 12	57.6°F	56.4°F	54.0°F
May 13	58.0°F	58.4°F	54.4°F
May 14	57.8°F	57.6°F	54.2°F
May 15	56.5°F	58.8°F	54.6°F
May 16	56.4°F	57.6°F	54.6°F
May 17	56.4°F	58.3°F	55.3°F
May 18	55.8°F	57.8°F	55.4°F
May 19	55.8°F	56.2°F	55.7°F
May 20	56.3°F	56.7°F	56.2°F
May 21	56.7°F	56.4°F	56.6°F
May 22	57.3°F	57.8°F	57.2°F
May 23	57.4°F	58.6°F	57.3°F
May 24	57.7°F	57.9°F	57.6°F
May 25	57.9°F	57.7°F	57.8°F
May 26	58.3°F	59.1°F	58.2°F
May 27	59.0°F	59.8°F	58.9°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 45.

The warmest water in Queens was recorded on August 17, 2016, reaching a 78.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 16, 2015, dipping to 33.7°F. The average readings by season are 42.7°F in Winter, 47.4°F in Spring, 70.6°F in Summer, and 63.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Brooklyn	57.3°F	6mi
New York City	58.1°F	9mi
Manhattan	57.5°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Queens