What is the current water temperature in Kingston?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Kingston?

As of now, in Kingston, the water temperature is 29.64°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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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.

85.4

°F

July 27, 01:57

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.4°F

Tomorrow:

85.4°F

Sunrise:

05:44

Sunset:

18:43

Day Length:

12 h. 59 min.

Kingston in August

Minimum:

81.0°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

83.1°F

Sea water temperature in Kingston today

As of now, in Kingston, the water temperature is 85.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.2°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 slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 82.7°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

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 85.5°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
Jul 13	85.3°F	84.9°F	83.9°F
Jul 14	84.9°F	85.5°F	83.9°F
Jul 15	85.6°F	85.7°F	83.9°F
Jul 16	85.7°F	85.5°F	83.9°F
Jul 17	85.8°F	85.7°F	84.1°F
Jul 18	85.4°F	85.6°F	84.2°F
Jul 19	85.5°F	85.2°F	84.1°F
Jul 20	85.1°F	84.8°F	84.1°F
Jul 21	85.0°F	84.6°F	84.1°F
Jul 22	85.6°F	85.2°F	84.2°F
Jul 23	85.9°F	85.0°F	84.2°F
Jul 24	86.1°F	85.2°F	84.2°F
Jul 25	85.9°F	85.0°F	84.3°F
Jul 26	85.4°F	84.8°F	84.2°F
Jul 27	85.4°F	84.8°F	84.2°F
Jul 28	85.4°F	84.8°F	84.2°F
Jul 29	85.3°F	84.7°F	84.1°F
Jul 30	85.4°F	85.1°F	84.2°F
Jul 31	85.5°F	85.2°F	84.3°F
Aug 1	85.8°F	85.7°F	84.6°F
Aug 2	85.7°F	85.6°F	84.5°F
Aug 3	85.6°F	85.5°F	84.4°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 Kingston, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Kingston was recorded on September 22, 2023, reaching a 88.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 27, 2019, dipping to 79.7°F. The average readings by season are 81.8°F in Winter, 82.0°F in Spring, 84.0°F in Summer, and 85.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
New Kingston	85.4°F	1mi
Bath	85.5°F	29mi
Runaway Bay	85.4°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Kingston