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 12.57°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.

54.6

°F

May 9, 14:09

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

55.2°F

Tomorrow:

55.1°F

Sunrise:

05:45

Sunset:

19:59

Day Length:

14 h. 14 min.

Queens in May

Minimum:

41.8°F

Average:

43.8°F

Maximum:

46.4°F

Sea water temperature in Queens today

As of now, in Queens, the water temperature is 54.6°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 1.4°F higher 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 57.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 51.2°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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 55.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 55.0°F, while the maximum might reach 56.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Queens

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	51.8°F	51.0°F	49.4°F
Apr 26	53.0°F	49.2°F	49.4°F
Apr 27	51.7°F	50.0°F	49.6°F
Apr 28	50.8°F	48.7°F	49.4°F
Apr 29	50.6°F	49.1°F	49.6°F
Apr 30	51.4°F	51.4°F	50.2°F
May 1	53.1°F	51.4°F	50.4°F
May 2	51.6°F	51.3°F	50.3°F
May 3	50.6°F	53.7°F	51.0°F
May 4	53.2°F	55.8°F	51.7°F
May 5	53.2°F	55.6°F	51.9°F
May 6	53.2°F	55.0°F	51.9°F
May 7	54.5°F	55.6°F	52.3°F
May 8	55.2°F	56.1°F	52.9°F
May 9	54.6°F	57.3°F	53.3°F
May 10	55.1°F	57.2°F	53.8°F
May 11	55.0°F	57.1°F	53.7°F
May 12	55.3°F	57.4°F	54.0°F
May 13	55.7°F	57.8°F	54.4°F
May 14	55.6°F	57.6°F	54.2°F
May 15	56.0°F	56.5°F	54.7°F
May 16	56.1°F	56.4°F	54.7°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 16, 2015, dipping to 33.7°F. The average readings by season are 42.8°F in Winter, 47.7°F in Spring, 70.8°F in Summer, and 64.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Brooklyn	55.5°F	6mi
New York City	56.7°F	9mi
Manhattan	56.0°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Queens