74°F is mild water
A springsuit, or brave it in trunks for a quick dip.
Sea temperature drives everything from what fish are biting to how long you can safely stay in. It lags the air by weeks, so a warm day doesn’t mean warm water. Check it before you swim, dive, or head out.
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Water temps, tides, and conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional PATHR update. No spam.
Frequently asked
What is the water temperature at J.F.K. International Airport right now?+
The latest reading near J.F.K. International Airport, New York is about 74°F, from The Battery, NY buoy BATN6. A springsuit, or brave it in trunks for a quick dip.
Is the water warm enough to swim at J.F.K. International Airport?+
At about 74°F the water is mild. A springsuit, or brave it in trunks for a quick dip.
Where does Pathr's water temperature data come from?+
Water temperatures come from NOAA and NDBC sensors. When a spot has no sensor of its own, we use the nearest reporting station. In the Pathr app the temperature shown tracks the station closest to your position on the chart.
Bridge clearances near J.F.K. International Airport
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to J.F.K. International Airport. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
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