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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

75.9

°F

July 14, 12:01

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

73.9°F

Tomorrow:

75.9°F

Sunrise:

05:38

Sunset:

20:27

Day Length:

14 h. 49 min.

Staten Island in July

Minimum:

40.4°F

Average:

43.1°F

Maximum:

44.9°F

Sea water temperature in Staten Island today

As of now, in Staten Island, the water temperature is 75.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.2°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 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 78.4°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 72.8°F on 2016.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 76.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 75.9°F, while the maximum might reach 77.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Staten Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 30 72.9°F 71.3°F 71.2°F
Jul 1 73.0°F 69.0°F 71.2°F
Jul 2 76.0°F 67.7°F 71.7°F
Jul 3 73.0°F 67.9°F 71.9°F
Jul 4 74.4°F 69.1°F 72.3°F
Jul 5 73.9°F 70.5°F 72.2°F
Jul 6 73.9°F 71.3°F 72.6°F
Jul 7 74.4°F 73.3°F 73.8°F
Jul 8 75.3°F 73.8°F 73.8°F
Jul 9 75.6°F 73.7°F 73.4°F
Jul 10 75.1°F 73.9°F 73.7°F
Jul 11 74.9°F 75.8°F 74.3°F
Jul 12 74.7°F 75.3°F 74.1°F
Jul 13 73.9°F 75.3°F 74.4°F
Jul 14 75.9°F 76.5°F 74.8°F
Jul 15 75.9°F 76.4°F 74.8°F
Jul 16 76.3°F 77.1°F 75.2°F
Jul 17 76.3°F 77.4°F 75.2°F
Jul 18 76.4°F 75.9°F 75.2°F
Jul 19 76.6°F 76.1°F 75.4°F
Jul 20 77.1°F 75.2°F 75.9°F
Jul 21 77.3°F 74.5°F 76.2°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 79.3°F 5mi
Coney Island 75.3°F 8mi
Brooklyn 74.2°F 12mi
Jersey City 74.7°F 12mi
New York City 74.7°F 13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Staten Island