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 0.32°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.

32.6

°F

February 1, 15:02

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

32.5°F

Tomorrow:

32.5°F

Sunrise:

07:03

Sunset:

17:08

Day Length:

10 h. 5 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 32.6°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 4.7°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 stay about the same.

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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 40.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 34.9°F on 2018.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 32.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in West Haven

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 18	37.3°F	36.2°F	39.0°F
Jan 19	37.2°F	35.6°F	38.8°F
Jan 20	36.5°F	35.7°F	38.5°F
Jan 21	35.3°F	36.3°F	38.2°F
Jan 22	35.9°F	36.4°F	38.3°F
Jan 23	35.8°F	35.8°F	38.1°F
Jan 24	34.4°F	36.0°F	38.0°F
Jan 25	34.5°F	34.6°F	38.0°F
Jan 26	35.0°F	34.9°F	37.8°F
Jan 27	33.6°F	35.2°F	37.3°F
Jan 28	32.5°F	34.8°F	37.2°F
Jan 29	32.9°F	35.2°F	37.3°F
Jan 30	32.8°F	35.7°F	37.2°F
Jan 31	32.5°F	35.2°F	37.1°F
Feb 1	32.6°F	35.1°F	37.2°F
Feb 2	32.5°F	35.3°F	37.2°F
Feb 3	32.5°F	34.5°F	37.1°F
Feb 4	32.8°F	34.8°F	37.5°F
Feb 5	32.6°F	35.6°F	37.3°F
Feb 6	32.3°F	35.0°F	37.0°F
Feb 7	32.4°F	34.9°F	37.0°F
Feb 8	32.3°F	35.3°F	37.0°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 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 January 28, 2026, dipping to 32.5°F. The average readings by season are 40.8°F in Winter, 46.3°F in Spring, 70.4°F in Summer, and 64.0°F in Autumn.