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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

52.7

°F

July 7, 05:06

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

52.7°F

Tomorrow:

52.5°F

Sunrise:

07:42

Sunset:

16:50

Day Length:

9 h. 8 min.

Kingston in July

Minimum:

62.3°F

Average:

63.7°F

Maximum:

65.9°F

Sea water temperature in Kingston today

As of now, in Kingston, the water temperature is 52.7°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 0.8°F higher 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 53.0°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 49.4°F on 2025.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 52.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Kingston

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 23 53.8°F 52.2°F 52.7°F
Jun 24 53.7°F 52.9°F 52.7°F
Jun 25 52.0°F 53.1°F 52.6°F
Jun 26 52.0°F 52.7°F 52.5°F
Jun 27 52.4°F 52.0°F 52.4°F
Jun 28 52.9°F 52.4°F 52.5°F
Jun 29 53.3°F 52.2°F 52.5°F
Jun 30 53.3°F 51.0°F 52.1°F
Jul 1 53.2°F 51.2°F 52.3°F
Jul 2 53.4°F 51.2°F 51.9°F
Jul 3 53.3°F 51.3°F 51.8°F
Jul 4 53.6°F 51.2°F 51.9°F
Jul 5 53.1°F 50.1°F 51.9°F
Jul 6 52.7°F 50.5°F 51.8°F
Jul 7 52.7°F 49.4°F 51.8°F
Jul 8 52.5°F 50.5°F 51.7°F
Jul 9 52.4°F 51.0°F 51.6°F
Jul 10 52.4°F 51.4°F 51.6°F
Jul 11 52.4°F 50.6°F 51.6°F
Jul 12 52.8°F 50.4°F 51.9°F
Jul 13 52.5°F 50.6°F 51.7°F
Jul 14 52.6°F 50.9°F 51.8°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 1, 2025, dipping to 48.4°F. The average readings by season are 63.5°F in Winter, 60.1°F in Spring, 52.1°F in Summer, and 55.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Hobart 52.4°F 7mi
Cambridge 51.6°F 12mi
Brighton 50.6°F 19mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Kingston