What is the current water temperature in New Kingston?

As of now, in New Kingston, the water temperature is 27.01°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in New Kingston

Detailed information about the current water temperature in New 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.

80.6

°F

February 28, 18:05

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.3°F

Tomorrow:

80.4°F

Sunrise:

06:27

Sunset:

18:13

Day Length:

11 h. 46 min.

New Kingston in March

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

82.1°F

Maximum:

82.8°F

Sea water temperature in New Kingston today

As of now, in New Kingston, the water temperature is 80.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.8°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 80.0°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in New Kingston

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 14	80.5°F	81.9°F	80.8°F
Feb 15	80.0°F	81.7°F	80.7°F
Feb 16	80.5°F	81.4°F	80.7°F
Feb 17	81.0°F	81.4°F	80.8°F
Feb 18	80.5°F	81.4°F	80.8°F
Feb 19	80.6°F	81.4°F	80.9°F
Feb 20	80.6°F	81.6°F	80.9°F
Feb 21	80.7°F	81.3°F	80.8°F
Feb 22	80.7°F	81.4°F	80.8°F
Feb 23	80.7°F	81.1°F	80.8°F
Feb 24	80.5°F	81.4°F	80.7°F
Feb 25	80.6°F	81.8°F	80.7°F
Feb 26	80.3°F	81.6°F	80.6°F
Feb 27	80.3°F	81.5°F	80.6°F
Feb 28	80.6°F	81.8°F	80.8°F
Mar 1	80.4°F	81.8°F	80.9°F
Mar 2	80.4°F	81.9°F	80.9°F
Mar 3	80.5°F	82.1°F	80.9°F
Mar 4	80.5°F	82.4°F	80.9°F
Mar 5	80.5°F	82.0°F	80.9°F
Mar 6	80.5°F	81.9°F	81.0°F
Mar 7	80.5°F	82.2°F	81.0°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 New Kingston by month

In New Kingston, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in New 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, 82.1°F in Spring, 84.3°F in Summer, and 85.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kingston	80.6°F	1mi
Bath	80.5°F	29mi
Runaway Bay	80.3°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from New Kingston