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 5.4°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.

41.7

°F

March 13, 17:11

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

41.0°F

Tomorrow:

41.6°F

Sunrise:

07:01

Sunset:

18:49

Day Length:

11 h. 48 min.

Newport in March

Minimum:

41.6°F

Average:

44.3°F

Maximum:

47.8°F

Sea water temperature in Newport today

As of now, in Newport, the water temperature is 41.7°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 1.5°F higher than 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 42.5°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 35.3°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 41.8°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
Feb 27	38.3°F	39.8°F	39.1°F
Feb 28	40.8°F	40.5°F	39.2°F
Mar 1	39.6°F	40.1°F	39.1°F
Mar 2	40.9°F	40.3°F	39.3°F
Mar 3	38.9°F	40.3°F	39.3°F
Mar 4	38.9°F	41.7°F	39.5°F
Mar 5	38.6°F	42.0°F	39.4°F
Mar 6	39.6°F	40.9°F	39.5°F
Mar 7	41.9°F	42.0°F	39.7°F
Mar 8	39.5°F	42.6°F	39.7°F
Mar 9	39.9°F	41.8°F	39.6°F
Mar 10	39.2°F	41.7°F	39.7°F
Mar 11	39.7°F	42.3°F	39.9°F
Mar 12	41.0°F	40.8°F	40.2°F
Mar 13	41.7°F	41.4°F	40.2°F
Mar 14	41.6°F	41.5°F	40.1°F
Mar 15	41.7°F	42.3°F	40.2°F
Mar 16	41.5°F	42.2°F	40.0°F
Mar 17	41.9°F	43.4°F	40.4°F
Mar 18	41.9°F	44.2°F	40.4°F
Mar 19	41.8°F	43.8°F	40.3°F
Mar 20	42.2°F	32.0°F	40.6°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 3 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 28, 2015, dipping to 33.0°F. The average readings by season are 43.1°F in Winter, 46.4°F in Spring, 68.9°F in Summer, and 62.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Bristol	40.7°F	13mi
Providence	40.6°F	24mi
Plymouth	40.2°F	46mi
South Boston	39.7°F	60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Newport