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Water temperature in Kingston

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kingston. 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.
Sea temperature in Kingston now

59.6

°F

December 16, 08:55

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

59.5°F

Tomorrow:

59.8°F

Sunrise:

05:26

Sunset:

20:46

Day Length:

15 h. 20 min.

Kingston in December

Minimum:

62.7°F

Average:

65.2°F

Maximum:

67.7°F

Sea water temperature in Kingston today

As of now, in Kingston, the water temperature is 59.6°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 1.7°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 63.3°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 58.5°F on 2022.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 60.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 59.8°F, while the maximum might reach 60.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Kingston

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Dec 2 57.9°F 61.3°F 60.4°F
Dec 3 58.2°F 61.1°F 60.4°F
Dec 4 58.3°F 60.8°F 60.4°F
Dec 5 57.5°F 62.1°F 60.4°F
Dec 6 58.3°F 63.7°F 60.5°F
Dec 7 58.5°F 63.4°F 60.4°F
Dec 8 58.5°F 62.6°F 60.2°F
Dec 9 57.8°F 62.4°F 60.5°F
Dec 10 58.4°F 62.5°F 60.3°F
Dec 11 57.7°F 62.2°F 60.2°F
Dec 12 58.4°F 61.8°F 60.4°F
Dec 13 60.3°F 61.4°F 60.9°F
Dec 14 60.3°F 61.1°F 61.2°F
Dec 15 59.5°F 60.1°F 61.2°F
Dec 16 59.6°F 61.8°F 61.3°F
Dec 17 59.8°F 61.7°F 61.5°F
Dec 18 59.8°F 61.5°F 61.4°F
Dec 19 60.2°F 61.9°F 61.9°F
Dec 20 60.0°F 62.2°F 61.7°F
Dec 21 60.2°F 62.9°F 61.9°F
Dec 22 59.8°F 61.9°F 61.5°F
Dec 23 60.2°F 62.4°F 61.8°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.

Sea water temperature in Kingston by month

In an average year, Kingston offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Kingston was recorded on January 29, 2018, reaching a 70.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 9, 2015, dipping to 46.4°F. The average readings by season are 63.6°F in Winter, 59.9°F in Spring, 51.8°F in Summer, and 55.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Hobart 60.0°F 7mi
Cambridge 60.9°F 12mi
Brighton 59.0°F 19mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Kingston