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 17.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

64.2

°F

October 13, 08:00

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

63.6°F

Tomorrow:

64.0°F

Sunrise:

07:01

Sunset:

18:14

Day Length:

11 h. 13 min.

West Haven in October

Minimum:

36.5°F

Average:

40.6°F

Maximum:

44.4°F

Sea water temperature in West Haven today

As of now, in West Haven, the water temperature is 64.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.4°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

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.0°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 62.0°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 63.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 62.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 64.0°F.

Daily water temperature in West Haven

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 29	66.0°F	72.0°F	69.3°F
Sep 30	66.3°F	71.0°F	69.1°F
Oct 1	66.9°F	70.3°F	68.9°F
Oct 2	67.5°F	70.3°F	68.5°F
Oct 3	67.1°F	68.8°F	68.2°F
Oct 4	66.8°F	67.6°F	68.0°F
Oct 5	66.2°F	67.0°F	67.6°F
Oct 6	65.9°F	68.0°F	67.4°F
Oct 7	65.4°F	68.3°F	67.2°F
Oct 8	64.1°F	69.1°F	67.0°F
Oct 9	63.9°F	68.5°F	66.7°F
Oct 10	63.6°F	67.8°F	66.4°F
Oct 11	63.5°F	66.1°F	66.0°F
Oct 12	63.6°F	66.2°F	66.0°F
Oct 13	64.2°F	66.1°F	65.6°F
Oct 14	64.0°F	65.9°F	65.3°F
Oct 15	63.9°F	65.7°F	65.3°F
Oct 16	63.8°F	65.8°F	65.1°F
Oct 17	63.6°F	64.9°F	65.0°F
Oct 18	63.0°F	62.1°F	64.4°F
Oct 19	62.7°F	62.0°F	64.0°F
Oct 20	62.1°F	62.6°F	63.5°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 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, 46.2°F in Spring, 70.4°F in Summer, and 63.9°F in Autumn.