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 3.05°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.

37.5

°F

March 20, 19:38

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

37.7°F

Tomorrow:

37.6°F

Sunrise:

06:49

Sunset:

18:57

Day Length:

12 h. 8 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 37.5°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 3.8°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 44.1°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 38.6°F on 2017.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 37.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 37.6°F, while the maximum might reach 38.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Newport

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 6	34.2°F	39.6°F	39.5°F
Mar 7	34.1°F	41.9°F	39.7°F
Mar 8	35.7°F	39.5°F	39.8°F
Mar 9	36.4°F	39.9°F	39.8°F
Mar 10	36.9°F	39.2°F	40.0°F
Mar 11	37.7°F	39.7°F	40.2°F
Mar 12	38.1°F	41.0°F	40.4°F
Mar 13	38.4°F	41.7°F	40.6°F
Mar 14	37.7°F	41.7°F	40.5°F
Mar 15	37.3°F	43.9°F	40.7°F
Mar 16	37.9°F	44.1°F	40.6°F
Mar 17	37.9°F	44.7°F	41.0°F
Mar 18	38.4°F	45.0°F	41.0°F
Mar 19	37.7°F	44.7°F	40.9°F
Mar 20	37.5°F	42.5°F	41.3°F
Mar 21	37.6°F	43.7°F	41.5°F
Mar 22	37.7°F	42.9°F	41.5°F
Mar 23	38.2°F	43.3°F	42.0°F
Mar 24	37.8°F	43.0°F	41.7°F
Mar 25	38.0°F	44.2°F	41.9°F
Mar 26	38.2°F	43.0°F	42.0°F
Mar 27	38.1°F	42.7°F	41.9°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, 46.7°F in Spring, 69.0°F in Summer, and 62.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Bristol	40.1°F	13mi
Providence	39.2°F	24mi
Plymouth	38.6°F	46mi
South Boston	38.2°F	60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Newport