Housatonic River water temperature
Housatonic River, Nells Island near Stratford, Connecticut · Sea/Coast
The current water temperature at Housatonic River is 15.3 °C (as of November 6, 2026, source: USGS).
The sea lags the air by weeks: the warmest water often arrives after the warmest days. Measured buoy values show this honestly.
Measurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 461 data points since September 7, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 13.7 °C on October 26, 2026 · highest value: 23.6 °C on September 8, 2026.
In November, temperatures have ranged between 13.7 °C and 16.3 °C.
The current value is 0.2 °C above the November average of this series.
Nearby waters
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Housatonic River right now?
The current water temperature is 15.3 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Housatonic River?
Currently 15.3 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Housatonic River in November?
In November, the water temperature recently averaged 15.1 °C.
When is the water warmest at Housatonic River?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (21.0 °C).
