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 0.52°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.

32.9

°F

March 1, 16:07

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

33.1°F

Tomorrow:

32.9°F

Sunrise:

06:27

Sunset:

17:42

Day Length:

11 h. 15 min.

West Haven in March

Minimum:

38.9°F

Average:

42.5°F

Maximum:

47.4°F

Sea water temperature in West Haven today

As of now, in West Haven, the water temperature is 32.9°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 4.8°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

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 39.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 35.7°F on 2019.

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 33.1°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
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	36.2°F
Feb 23	32.5°F	33.1°F	36.1°F
Feb 24	32.8°F	34.2°F	36.3°F
Feb 25	32.8°F	34.4°F	36.8°F
Feb 26	32.0°F	34.6°F	36.9°F
Feb 27	32.2°F	35.7°F	37.0°F
Feb 28	33.1°F	35.9°F	37.2°F
Mar 1	32.9°F	36.0°F	37.7°F
Mar 2	32.9°F	36.2°F	37.7°F
Mar 3	33.3°F	36.1°F	38.0°F
Mar 4	33.2°F	35.7°F	37.9°F
Mar 5	33.2°F	36.3°F	37.9°F
Mar 6	33.2°F	35.8°F	37.9°F
Mar 7	33.0°F	34.8°F	37.8°F
Mar 8	33.0°F	36.7°F	37.8°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.