What is the current water temperature in Newport?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Newport?

As of now, in Newport, the water temperature is 2.11°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.

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Water temperature in Newport

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Newport. 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.

35.8

°F

February 2, 20:04

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

36.4°F

Tomorrow:

35.6°F

Sunrise:

06:56

Sunset:

17:02

Day Length:

10 h. 6 min.

Newport in February

Minimum:

40.4°F

Average:

44.1°F

Maximum:

47.3°F

Sea water temperature in Newport today

As of now, in Newport, the water temperature is 35.8°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 4.3°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 is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 42.2°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 38.3°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 35.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Newport

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 19	38.6°F	39.3°F	41.3°F
Jan 20	39.1°F	40.4°F	41.4°F
Jan 21	38.6°F	39.9°F	41.1°F
Jan 22	38.8°F	39.7°F	40.9°F
Jan 23	38.2°F	38.0°F	40.5°F
Jan 24	39.4°F	38.9°F	40.8°F
Jan 25	37.5°F	38.6°F	40.5°F
Jan 26	37.6°F	39.3°F	40.3°F
Jan 27	37.0°F	38.7°F	40.3°F
Jan 28	36.4°F	38.5°F	40.0°F
Jan 29	37.0°F	38.7°F	40.3°F
Jan 30	36.9°F	39.5°F	40.2°F
Jan 31	36.5°F	39.4°F	40.4°F
Feb 1	36.4°F	39.4°F	40.2°F
Feb 2	35.8°F	39.1°F	40.1°F
Feb 3	35.6°F	38.5°F	39.9°F
Feb 4	35.7°F	39.0°F	40.0°F
Feb 5	35.4°F	39.3°F	39.7°F
Feb 6	35.3°F	38.7°F	39.6°F
Feb 7	35.5°F	39.1°F	39.8°F
Feb 8	35.5°F	38.3°F	39.8°F
Feb 9	35.5°F	38.7°F	39.7°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 Newport by month

In Newport, there are only 4 days through the year when the water is warm enough to be comfortable for swimming.

The warmest water in Newport was recorded on August 15, 2020, reaching a 78.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 22, 2025, dipping to 36.0°F. The average readings by season are 42.9°F in Winter, 46.8°F in Spring, 69.0°F in Summer, and 62.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Bristol	33.2°F	13mi
Providence	33.4°F	24mi
Plymouth	33.3°F	46mi
South Boston	32.7°F	60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Newport