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 15.47°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.

59.8

°F

May 29, 10:41

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

59.7°F

Tomorrow:

60.0°F

Sunrise:

05:15

Sunset:

20:10

Day Length:

14 h. 55 min.

Newport in June

Minimum:

38.6°F

Average:

43.1°F

Maximum:

46.1°F

Sea water temperature in Newport today

As of now, in Newport, the water temperature is 59.8°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 1.7°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 60.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 55.6°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 60.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 60.0°F, while the maximum might reach 61.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Newport

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 15	51.5°F	55.7°F	52.6°F
May 16	52.1°F	56.1°F	53.3°F
May 17	53.0°F	59.8°F	54.1°F
May 18	54.5°F	59.5°F	54.3°F
May 19	55.6°F	58.6°F	54.4°F
May 20	56.2°F	58.6°F	55.0°F
May 21	57.3°F	59.6°F	55.4°F
May 22	55.5°F	56.9°F	55.6°F
May 23	55.8°F	54.8°F	55.9°F
May 24	56.2°F	53.8°F	56.0°F
May 25	56.3°F	54.9°F	56.2°F
May 26	57.7°F	55.2°F	56.6°F
May 27	57.7°F	55.6°F	57.1°F
May 28	59.7°F	56.0°F	57.5°F
May 29	59.8°F	56.6°F	58.2°F
May 30	60.0°F	56.6°F	58.3°F
May 31	60.5°F	57.0°F	58.8°F
Jun 1	60.5°F	58.1°F	58.8°F
Jun 2	60.6°F	56.8°F	58.9°F
Jun 3	60.9°F	57.4°F	59.3°F
Jun 4	61.4°F	59.0°F	59.7°F
Jun 5	61.4°F	58.4°F	59.7°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 14, 2026, dipping to 33.9°F. The average readings by season are 42.8°F in Winter, 46.7°F in Spring, 69.0°F in Summer, and 62.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Bristol	63.1°F	13mi
Providence	63.1°F	24mi
Plymouth	57.4°F	46mi
South Boston	58.4°F	60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Newport