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Hudson River Park Trust
New York, New York · Park
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Hudson River Park Trust is 65°F (18°C), measured by USGS gauge 01392650, 5.9 miles away.
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 01392650, as of Oct 20, 2:55 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
65°F
18°C
No official beach-advisory feed for New York yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Newark Bay at PVSC at Newark NJ (5.9 mi away), as of Oct 20, 2:55 AM gauge-local time.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.