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 10.5°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.

50.9

°F

April 25, 13:26

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

48.7°F

Tomorrow:

50.9°F

Sunrise:

06:02

Sunset:

19:45

Day Length:

13 h. 43 min.

Queens in May

Minimum:

40.9°F

Average:

43.7°F

Maximum:

46.4°F

Sea water temperature in Queens today

As of now, in Queens, the water temperature is 50.9°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 1.1°F higher 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 stay about the same.

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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 51.8°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 46.1°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 51.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Queens

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 11	45.8°F	44.7°F	45.3°F
Apr 12	46.3°F	44.5°F	45.4°F
Apr 13	46.3°F	44.5°F	46.0°F
Apr 14	46.1°F	44.9°F	46.6°F
Apr 15	47.8°F	44.9°F	47.3°F
Apr 16	49.9°F	45.0°F	47.8°F
Apr 17	49.6°F	44.9°F	48.2°F
Apr 18	51.2°F	45.7°F	48.3°F
Apr 19	50.9°F	46.1°F	48.3°F
Apr 20	50.4°F	45.7°F	48.3°F
Apr 21	48.3°F	46.5°F	48.2°F
Apr 22	48.2°F	45.3°F	48.2°F
Apr 23	48.6°F	48.4°F	48.7°F
Apr 24	48.7°F	51.0°F	49.2°F
Apr 25	50.9°F	51.8°F	49.8°F
Apr 26	50.9°F	53.0°F	49.8°F
Apr 27	51.0°F	51.7°F	49.9°F
Apr 28	50.7°F	50.8°F	49.5°F
Apr 29	50.8°F	50.6°F	49.7°F
Apr 30	51.4°F	51.4°F	50.3°F
May 1	51.7°F	53.1°F	50.6°F
May 2	51.7°F	51.6°F	50.5°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	51.5°F	6mi
New York City	51.4°F	9mi
Manhattan	50.9°F	10mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Queens