What is the current water temperature in Buffalo?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Buffalo?

As of now, in Buffalo, the water temperature is 13.3°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.

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Water temperature in Buffalo

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Buffalo. 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.

55.9

°F

May 20, 01:50

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

55.5°F

Tomorrow:

56.3°F

Sunrise:

05:47

Sunset:

20:38

Day Length:

14 h. 51 min.

Buffalo in May

Minimum:

33.2°F

Average:

37.9°F

Maximum:

41.6°F

Water temperature in Buffalo today

As of now, in Buffalo, the water temperature is 55.9°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 5.3°F higher 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 rise a bit.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 55.0°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 44.4°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest 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 58.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.3°F, while the maximum might reach 59.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Buffalo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	49.7°F	46.6°F	44.5°F
May 7	49.7°F	45.3°F	44.9°F
May 8	50.7°F	45.1°F	45.5°F
May 9	52.7°F	47.0°F	46.0°F
May 10	51.0°F	48.2°F	46.5°F
May 11	51.0°F	48.1°F	46.4°F
May 12	51.6°F	49.5°F	47.0°F
May 13	51.6°F	48.8°F	47.0°F
May 14	52.4°F	49.9°F	47.8°F
May 15	52.1°F	49.6°F	48.5°F
May 16	56.2°F	52.1°F	49.1°F
May 17	54.4°F	51.3°F	49.1°F
May 18	54.2°F	52.2°F	50.3°F
May 19	55.5°F	50.8°F	50.3°F
May 20	55.9°F	50.3°F	50.6°F
May 21	56.3°F	50.8°F	51.0°F
May 22	56.7°F	51.4°F	51.4°F
May 23	57.4°F	50.9°F	52.1°F
May 24	58.0°F	51.8°F	52.7°F
May 25	58.6°F	51.0°F	53.3°F
May 26	59.2°F	52.3°F	53.9°F
May 27	59.8°F	52.0°F	54.5°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.

Water temperature in Buffalo by month

In Buffalo, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 43.

The warmest water in Buffalo was recorded on August 13, 2016, reaching a 78.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 10, 2014, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.1°F in Winter, 40.6°F in Spring, 69.8°F in Summer, and 61.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hamburg	55.7°F	12mi
Hamilton	51.2°F	55mi
Mississauga	49.1°F	62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Buffalo