What is the current water temperature in Staten Island?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Staten Island?

As of now, in Staten Island, the water temperature is 9.05°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 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.

48.3

°F

April 14, 01:50

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

48.0°F

Tomorrow:

49.0°F

Sunrise:

06:20

Sunset:

19:34

Day Length:

13 h. 14 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 48.3°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 0.5°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 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 52.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 44.5°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 49.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 49.0°F, while the maximum might reach 50.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Staten Island

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 31	43.4°F	44.3°F	44.3°F
Apr 1	43.3°F	45.3°F	44.5°F
Apr 2	44.3°F	46.2°F	44.8°F
Apr 3	45.3°F	46.5°F	45.2°F
Apr 4	43.1°F	46.4°F	44.9°F
Apr 5	46.0°F	45.7°F	45.6°F
Apr 6	43.8°F	46.6°F	45.2°F
Apr 7	46.0°F	46.5°F	45.9°F
Apr 8	46.3°F	46.3°F	46.1°F
Apr 9	46.0°F	46.8°F	46.2°F
Apr 10	46.9°F	46.3°F	46.5°F
Apr 11	47.6°F	47.0°F	46.9°F
Apr 12	48.7°F	46.7°F	47.1°F
Apr 13	48.0°F	46.5°F	47.6°F
Apr 14	48.3°F	45.3°F	47.8°F
Apr 15	49.0°F	46.1°F	48.6°F
Apr 16	49.6°F	46.6°F	49.2°F
Apr 17	50.1°F	47.4°F	49.7°F
Apr 18	50.0°F	47.6°F	49.6°F
Apr 19	49.9°F	46.8°F	49.4°F
Apr 20	49.8°F	45.6°F	49.3°F
Apr 21	49.9°F	46.8°F	49.5°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 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	51.6°F	5mi
Coney Island	47.1°F	8mi
Brooklyn	47.4°F	12mi
Jersey City	48.3°F	12mi
New York City	48.3°F	13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Staten Island