All data are in degrees Fahrenheit

en

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

73.9

°F

September 15, 21:14

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

74.4°F

Tomorrow:

74.2°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

19:06

Day Length:

12 h. 29 min.

Staten Island in September

Minimum:

37.7°F

Average:

41.9°F

Maximum:

43.5°F

Sea water temperature in Staten Island today

As of now, in Staten Island, the water temperature is 73.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.6°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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 75.1°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 69.4°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 73.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 72.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 74.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Staten Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 1 74.3°F 71.5°F 74.3°F
Sep 2 74.1°F 71.7°F 73.5°F
Sep 3 73.8°F 71.3°F 73.3°F
Sep 4 74.3°F 71.0°F 73.2°F
Sep 5 75.2°F 71.7°F 73.6°F
Sep 6 74.2°F 72.8°F 73.7°F
Sep 7 74.5°F 72.7°F 73.7°F
Sep 8 74.7°F 71.2°F 73.5°F
Sep 9 74.3°F 71.4°F 73.1°F
Sep 10 74.3°F 71.2°F 73.1°F
Sep 11 75.1°F 71.2°F 73.0°F
Sep 12 74.1°F 70.6°F 72.5°F
Sep 13 74.3°F 70.9°F 72.6°F
Sep 14 74.4°F 71.2°F 72.6°F
Sep 15 73.9°F 71.6°F 72.3°F
Sep 16 74.2°F 72.6°F 72.6°F
Sep 17 73.7°F 72.3°F 72.1°F
Sep 18 73.3°F 71.5°F 71.7°F
Sep 19 73.4°F 71.6°F 71.8°F
Sep 20 73.3°F 71.6°F 71.7°F
Sep 21 72.9°F 71.3°F 71.3°F
Sep 22 72.7°F 71.1°F 71.1°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, 49.0°F in Spring, 72.3°F in Summer, and 63.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Charleston 75.0°F 5mi
Coney Island 73.0°F 8mi
Brooklyn 73.5°F 12mi
Jersey City 74.2°F 12mi
New York City 74.2°F 13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Staten Island