What is the current water temperature in West Haven?

Q: What is the current water temperature in West Haven?

As of now, in West Haven, the water temperature is 0.2°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 West Haven

Detailed information about the current water temperature in West Haven. 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.

32.4

°F

February 22, 15:23

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

32.0°F

Tomorrow:

32.2°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

17:34

Day Length:

10 h. 57 min.

West Haven in February

Minimum:

38.2°F

Average:

42.5°F

Maximum:

47.8°F

Sea water temperature in West Haven today

As of now, in West Haven, the water temperature is 32.4°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 4.2°F lower 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 40.1°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 33.5°F on 2025.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 32.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 32.2°F, while the maximum might reach 33.4°F.

Daily water temperature in West Haven

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 8	32.0°F	35.3°F	36.5°F
Feb 9	32.0°F	34.5°F	36.6°F
Feb 10	32.0°F	34.8°F	36.6°F
Feb 11	32.0°F	34.8°F	36.8°F
Feb 12	32.0°F	34.0°F	36.7°F
Feb 13	32.0°F	34.3°F	36.8°F
Feb 14	32.0°F	35.3°F	36.6°F
Feb 15	32.0°F	34.4°F	36.5°F
Feb 16	32.0°F	34.7°F	36.6°F
Feb 17	32.6°F	34.7°F	37.0°F
Feb 18	32.0°F	35.1°F	36.6°F
Feb 19	32.0°F	33.7°F	36.5°F
Feb 20	32.0°F	33.7°F	36.2°F
Feb 21	32.0°F	33.4°F	36.4°F
Feb 22	32.4°F	33.5°F	36.6°F
Feb 23	32.2°F	33.1°F	36.4°F
Feb 24	32.4°F	34.2°F	36.6°F
Feb 25	33.0°F	34.4°F	37.2°F
Feb 26	33.1°F	34.6°F	37.3°F
Feb 27	33.2°F	35.7°F	37.5°F
Feb 28	33.4°F	35.9°F	37.6°F
Mar 1	32.8°F	36.0°F	37.7°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 West Haven by month

In West Haven, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 49.

The warmest water in West Haven was recorded on August 14, 2020, reaching a 78.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 5, 2026, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 40.7°F in Winter, 46.3°F in Spring, 70.4°F in Summer, and 64.0°F in Autumn.