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 1.39°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.

34.5

°F

February 26, 23:08

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

34.5°F

Tomorrow:

34.2°F

Sunrise:

06:25

Sunset:

17:32

Day Length:

11 h. 7 min.

Newport in March

Minimum:

40.1°F

Average:

43.9°F

Maximum:

47.8°F

Sea water temperature in Newport today

As of now, in Newport, the water temperature is 34.5°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 5.5°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 slightly 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 42.5°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 37.9°F on 2021.

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 34.3°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 12	34.4°F	37.9°F	39.3°F
Feb 13	34.7°F	38.5°F	39.3°F
Feb 14	33.9°F	38.1°F	39.0°F
Feb 15	34.0°F	38.9°F	38.9°F
Feb 16	34.1°F	38.7°F	39.1°F
Feb 17	34.7°F	38.5°F	39.4°F
Feb 18	36.6°F	37.6°F	39.1°F
Feb 19	37.9°F	37.3°F	39.2°F
Feb 20	37.9°F	37.1°F	39.1°F
Feb 21	34.7°F	36.7°F	38.9°F
Feb 22	34.8°F	36.0°F	38.8°F
Feb 23	34.9°F	36.1°F	38.8°F
Feb 24	34.6°F	36.5°F	39.1°F
Feb 25	34.5°F	36.7°F	39.4°F
Feb 26	34.5°F	38.0°F	40.0°F
Feb 27	34.2°F	38.3°F	39.7°F
Feb 28	34.4°F	40.8°F	39.9°F
Mar 1	34.1°F	39.6°F	39.7°F
Mar 2	34.3°F	40.9°F	39.9°F
Mar 3	34.3°F	38.9°F	39.9°F
Mar 4	34.4°F	38.9°F	40.0°F
Mar 5	34.3°F	38.6°F	39.9°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, 46.8°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	34.1°F	24mi
Plymouth	34.0°F	46mi
South Boston	33.7°F	60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Newport