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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

43.3

°F

April 1, 13:08

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

43.4°F

Tomorrow:

43.5°F

Sunrise:

06:41

Sunset:

19:21

Day Length:

12 h. 40 min.

Staten Island in April

Minimum:

41.1°F

Average:

43.2°F

Maximum:

45.2°F

Sea water temperature in Staten Island today

As of now, in Staten Island, the water temperature is 43.3°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 1.3°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 notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 46.4°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 42.4°F on 2017.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 44.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 43.5°F, while the maximum might reach 44.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Staten Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Mar 18 40.1°F 41.9°F 42.0°F
Mar 19 38.8°F 44.0°F 42.4°F
Mar 20 38.9°F 43.6°F 42.5°F
Mar 21 39.5°F 43.6°F 42.2°F
Mar 22 40.8°F 44.1°F 42.9°F
Mar 23 41.3°F 44.5°F 43.0°F
Mar 24 40.0°F 44.2°F 42.9°F
Mar 25 40.3°F 42.2°F 42.9°F
Mar 26 40.8°F 45.2°F 43.2°F
Mar 27 41.5°F 43.9°F 43.7°F
Mar 28 42.7°F 44.2°F 43.6°F
Mar 29 42.2°F 44.2°F 43.8°F
Mar 30 42.7°F 44.4°F 44.2°F
Mar 31 43.4°F 44.3°F 44.3°F
Apr 1 43.3°F 45.3°F 44.6°F
Apr 2 43.5°F 46.2°F 44.8°F
Apr 3 43.9°F 46.5°F 45.2°F
Apr 4 43.8°F 46.4°F 45.1°F
Apr 5 44.3°F 45.7°F 45.6°F
Apr 6 44.0°F 46.6°F 45.3°F
Apr 7 44.6°F 46.5°F 45.9°F
Apr 8 44.7°F 46.3°F 46.0°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 61 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 February 2, 2026, dipping to 32.5°F. The average readings by season are 42.0°F in Winter, 48.9°F in Spring, 72.3°F in Summer, and 63.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Charleston 45.1°F 5mi
Coney Island 42.4°F 8mi
Brooklyn 42.6°F 12mi
Jersey City 43.1°F 12mi
New York City 43.1°F 13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Staten Island