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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

71.9

°F

May 13, 00:05

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

71.7°F

Tomorrow:

71.7°F

Sunrise:

06:23

Sunset:

17:06

Day Length:

10 h. 43 min.

Kingston in May

Minimum:

71.9°F

Average:

73.6°F

Maximum:

75.5°F

Sea water temperature in Kingston today

As of now, in Kingston, the water temperature is 71.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.4°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 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 falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.6°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 71.4°F on 2020.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Kingston

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 29 72.3°F 74.3°F 73.1°F
Apr 30 71.9°F 74.2°F 73.0°F
May 1 72.1°F 74.1°F 72.9°F
May 2 71.7°F 74.1°F 72.8°F
May 3 72.1°F 73.9°F 72.7°F
May 4 71.8°F 74.0°F 72.7°F
May 5 71.6°F 73.9°F 72.6°F
May 6 72.0°F 74.1°F 72.6°F
May 7 72.0°F 74.1°F 72.6°F
May 8 71.9°F 74.6°F 72.6°F
May 9 72.2°F 74.2°F 72.6°F
May 10 72.1°F 74.0°F 72.4°F
May 11 72.2°F 73.9°F 72.2°F
May 12 71.7°F 73.8°F 72.2°F
May 13 71.9°F 73.6°F 72.3°F
May 14 71.7°F 73.5°F 72.1°F
May 15 71.6°F 73.3°F 72.0°F
May 16 71.5°F 73.4°F 71.9°F
May 17 71.5°F 73.4°F 72.0°F
May 18 71.5°F 73.5°F 71.9°F
May 19 71.4°F 73.0°F 71.8°F
May 20 71.3°F 73.1°F 71.7°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 months January through April offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 114 swimming days.
The warmest water in Kingston was recorded on February 1, 2016, reaching a 78.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 18, 2023, dipping to 64.7°F. The average readings by season are 74.1°F in Winter, 73.8°F in Spring, 67.7°F in Summer, and 68.0°F in Autumn.