What is the current water temperature in New Kingston?

Q: What is the current water temperature in New Kingston?

As of now, in New Kingston, the water temperature is 28.88°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 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.

84.0

°F

May 9, 08:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.4°F

Tomorrow:

84.0°F

Sunrise:

05:36

Sunset:

18:31

Day Length:

12 h. 55 min.

New Kingston in May

Minimum:

81.0°F

Average:

81.9°F

Maximum:

82.9°F

Sea water temperature in New Kingston today

As of now, in New Kingston, the water temperature is 84.0°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 1.4°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 closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.2°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 82.1°F on 2015.

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 84.1°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
Apr 25	83.9°F	82.9°F	82.3°F
Apr 26	84.2°F	83.0°F	82.3°F
Apr 27	84.5°F	83.2°F	82.4°F
Apr 28	84.3°F	83.5°F	82.4°F
Apr 29	83.9°F	83.3°F	82.5°F
Apr 30	84.1°F	83.6°F	82.5°F
May 1	84.4°F	83.3°F	82.4°F
May 2	84.0°F	83.4°F	82.5°F
May 3	83.9°F	84.1°F	82.6°F
May 4	83.8°F	83.9°F	82.7°F
May 5	84.0°F	83.7°F	82.8°F
May 6	84.1°F	83.9°F	82.8°F
May 7	84.2°F	83.4°F	82.8°F
May 8	84.4°F	83.3°F	82.9°F
May 9	84.0°F	83.2°F	82.6°F
May 10	84.0°F	83.6°F	82.6°F
May 11	84.1°F	83.9°F	82.7°F
May 12	84.1°F	83.6°F	82.7°F
May 13	84.1°F	83.3°F	82.8°F
May 14	84.1°F	83.2°F	82.7°F
May 15	84.1°F	83.8°F	82.7°F
May 16	84.2°F	83.5°F	82.8°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 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, 82.0°F in Spring, 83.9°F in Summer, and 85.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kingston	83.9°F	1mi
Bath	83.5°F	29mi
Runaway Bay	83.2°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from New Kingston