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Water temperature in Staten Island

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Staten Island. 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.
Sea temperature in Staten Island now

74.5

°F

August 8, 12:05

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

75.2°F

Tomorrow:

74.7°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

20:04

Day Length:

14 h. 4 min.

Staten Island in August

Minimum:

40.6°F

Average:

42.6°F

Maximum:

44.2°F

Sea water temperature in Staten Island today

As of now, in Staten Island, the water temperature is 74.5°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.9°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 considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 78.8°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 73.1°F on 2023.

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 74.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Staten Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 25 75.7°F 73.8°F 75.7°F
Jul 26 76.6°F 73.5°F 75.7°F
Jul 27 76.5°F 72.9°F 75.8°F
Jul 28 76.7°F 73.9°F 75.7°F
Jul 29 76.8°F 74.2°F 76.1°F
Jul 30 78.7°F 76.9°F 76.4°F
Jul 31 79.6°F 75.7°F 76.0°F
Aug 1 78.9°F 77.0°F 75.7°F
Aug 2 78.3°F 76.7°F 75.5°F
Aug 3 75.6°F 77.8°F 75.5°F
Aug 4 75.1°F 78.9°F 75.4°F
Aug 5 75.2°F 76.4°F 75.3°F
Aug 6 75.6°F 77.3°F 75.1°F
Aug 7 75.2°F 77.6°F 75.2°F
Aug 8 74.5°F 76.9°F 75.4°F
Aug 9 74.7°F 76.3°F 75.5°F
Aug 10 74.3°F 75.9°F 75.2°F
Aug 11 74.4°F 76.0°F 75.3°F
Aug 12 74.6°F 76.2°F 75.5°F
Aug 13 74.5°F 76.1°F 75.4°F
Aug 14 75.1°F 76.7°F 75.9°F
Aug 15 75.0°F 76.6°F 75.9°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 Staten Island by month

In Staten Island, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 65 swimming days.
The warmest water in Staten Island was recorded on August 29, 2021, reaching a 79.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 23, 2025, dipping to 34.0°F. The average readings by season are 42.4°F in Winter, 48.8°F in Spring, 72.2°F in Summer, and 63.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Charleston 77.8°F 5mi
Coney Island 73.6°F 8mi
Brooklyn 73.5°F 12mi
Jersey City 73.5°F 12mi
New York City 73.5°F 13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Staten Island