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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.
Sea temperature in Newport now

58.4

°F

May 20, 02:38

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

57.8°F

Tomorrow:

58.6°F

Sunrise:

05:21

Sunset:

20:03

Day Length:

14 h. 42 min.

Newport in May

Minimum:

39.2°F

Average:

43.5°F

Maximum:

47.0°F

Sea water temperature in Newport today

As of now, in Newport, the water temperature is 58.4°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. Today's reading is 4.3°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 rise a bit.

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 56.4°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 52.1°F on 2020.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 60.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 58.6°F, while the maximum might reach 61.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Newport

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 6 50.3°F 53.8°F 50.2°F
May 7 50.6°F 54.5°F 50.8°F
May 8 50.8°F 55.1°F 50.9°F
May 9 52.9°F 56.6°F 51.3°F
May 10 53.7°F 56.0°F 51.4°F
May 11 53.3°F 55.1°F 51.0°F
May 12 54.0°F 54.5°F 51.8°F
May 13 54.4°F 55.4°F 52.1°F
May 14 54.2°F 56.8°F 52.0°F
May 15 53.6°F 57.1°F 52.4°F
May 16 56.0°F 57.4°F 53.1°F
May 17 57.2°F 57.9°F 53.5°F
May 18 56.3°F 56.6°F 53.8°F
May 19 57.8°F 54.8°F 53.5°F
May 20 58.4°F 54.9°F 54.1°F
May 21 58.6°F 54.9°F 54.3°F
May 22 59.5°F 56.9°F 55.2°F
May 23 60.0°F 57.1°F 55.7°F
May 24 60.3°F 56.8°F 56.0°F
May 25 60.2°F 57.1°F 55.9°F
May 26 60.5°F 57.0°F 56.2°F
May 27 61.0°F 58.4°F 56.7°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 an average year, Newport offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
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 43.0°F in Winter, 46.2°F in Spring, 68.7°F in Summer, and 62.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Bristol 57.4°F 13mi
Providence 56.9°F 24mi
Plymouth 53.4°F 46mi
South Boston 54.4°F 60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Newport