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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.
Sea temperature in West Haven now

36.3

°F

January 21, 19:32

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

35.7°F

Tomorrow:

36.3°F

Sunrise:

07:12

Sunset:

16:55

Day Length:

9 h. 43 min.

West Haven in January

Minimum:

39.8°F

Average:

42.8°F

Maximum:

48.5°F

Sea water temperature in West Haven today

As of now, in West Haven, the water temperature is 36.3°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 2.2°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 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 40.1°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 34.9°F on 2018.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 36.1°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
Jan 7 40.9°F 43.8°F 42.0°F
Jan 8 40.6°F 43.7°F 41.7°F
Jan 9 39.1°F 43.1°F 41.2°F
Jan 10 39.1°F 42.8°F 40.8°F
Jan 11 37.9°F 43.3°F 40.7°F
Jan 12 38.3°F 43.3°F 40.5°F
Jan 13 37.0°F 41.9°F 40.1°F
Jan 14 37.9°F 43.8°F 40.0°F
Jan 15 36.4°F 43.0°F 39.8°F
Jan 16 36.0°F 42.6°F 39.5°F
Jan 17 36.6°F 42.0°F 39.4°F
Jan 18 36.2°F 40.7°F 39.0°F
Jan 19 35.6°F 40.4°F 38.8°F
Jan 20 35.7°F 40.5°F 38.6°F
Jan 21 36.3°F 38.3°F 38.5°F
Jan 22 36.3°F 37.5°F 38.6°F
Jan 23 36.2°F 38.3°F 38.5°F
Jan 24 36.2°F 38.0°F 38.5°F
Jan 25 36.3°F 38.0°F 38.5°F
Jan 26 36.1°F 38.2°F 38.3°F
Jan 27 35.6°F 38.2°F 37.9°F
Jan 28 35.6°F 38.0°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 16, 2015, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 41.1°F in Winter, 45.9°F in Spring, 70.4°F in Summer, and 64.2°F in Autumn.