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Pier 42
Tourist attraction · New York, New York
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy BATN6, as of Aug 22, 6:00 AM UTC
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Live data from NOAA buoy BATN6 (1.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:00 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pier 42?
- Pier 42 is a tourist attraction in New York, New York.
- What is the water temperature at Pier 42?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Pier 42 in New York, New York is 76°F (24°C), measured by NOAA buoy BATN6, 1.9 miles away.
- Can you swim at Pier 42?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Pier 42 rated?
- Pier 42 in New York, New York has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 100 reviews.
- What amenities does Pier 42 have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Pier 42 include pet-friendly.
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E River Greenway, New York, NY 10002
New York, New York 10002
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