Water temperature in Newport
72.1
°F
August 22, 02:53
Trend:
decreasingYesterday:
72.2°FTomorrow:
71.4°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
13 h. 34 min.Newport in August
Minimum:
37.7°FAverage:
42.7°FMaximum:
44.9°FSea water temperature in Newport today
As of now, in Newport, the water temperature is 72.1°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 about the same as 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 75.6°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 66.7°F on 2025.
Daily water temperature in Newport
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8 | 74.7°F | 71.3°F | 73.1°F |
| Aug 9 | 74.5°F | 71.3°F | 73.1°F |
| Aug 10 | 74.4°F | 71.3°F | 73.1°F |
| Aug 11 | 75.6°F | 71.2°F | 73.0°F |
| Aug 12 | 74.6°F | 71.3°F | 72.8°F |
| Aug 13 | 73.5°F | 72.7°F | 73.1°F |
| Aug 14 | 72.7°F | 73.8°F | 73.1°F |
| Aug 15 | 72.8°F | 74.0°F | 73.8°F |
| Aug 16 | 71.7°F | 72.2°F | 73.5°F |
| Aug 17 | 71.7°F | 71.8°F | 73.4°F |
| Aug 18 | 71.6°F | 72.7°F | 73.2°F |
| Aug 19 | 72.3°F | 71.1°F | 72.9°F |
| Aug 20 | 71.9°F | 69.6°F | 72.2°F |
| Aug 21 | 72.2°F | 69.2°F | 72.1°F |
| Aug 22 | 72.1°F | 66.7°F | 71.9°F |
| Aug 23 | 71.4°F | 68.1°F | 71.3°F |
| Aug 24 | 71.5°F | 69.5°F | 71.4°F |
| Aug 25 | 71.7°F | 70.5°F | 71.6°F |
| Aug 26 | 72.1°F | 71.4°F | 71.9°F |
| Aug 27 | 72.3°F | 70.4°F | 72.1°F |
| Aug 28 | 72.1°F | 69.8°F | 71.9°F |
| Aug 29 | 72.2°F | 69.7°F | 72.0°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol |
75.1°F
|
13mi |
| Providence |
74.7°F
|
24mi |
| Plymouth |
67.6°F
|
46mi |
| South Boston |
69.2°F
|
60mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from Newport