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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

65.3

°F

September 26, 06:26

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

65.7°F

Tomorrow:

65.3°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

18:36

Day Length:

11 h. 59 min.

Newport in October

Minimum:

36.9°F

Average:

42.2°F

Maximum:

46.3°F

Sea water temperature in Newport today

As of now, in Newport, the water temperature is 65.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 2.1°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 stay about the same.

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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 72.0°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 65.0°F on 2020.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 64.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 64.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 65.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Newport

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 12 70.2°F 68.0°F 70.0°F
Sep 13 69.5°F 67.7°F 69.7°F
Sep 14 68.2°F 67.7°F 69.4°F
Sep 15 69.5°F 68.1°F 69.7°F
Sep 16 69.0°F 68.4°F 69.7°F
Sep 17 69.0°F 68.6°F 69.6°F
Sep 18 70.0°F 68.8°F 69.8°F
Sep 19 70.6°F 68.9°F 69.4°F
Sep 20 69.4°F 68.6°F 69.0°F
Sep 21 68.6°F 68.9°F 68.8°F
Sep 22 68.3°F 68.1°F 68.6°F
Sep 23 68.5°F 68.4°F 68.5°F
Sep 24 67.1°F 68.1°F 67.8°F
Sep 25 65.7°F 69.1°F 67.4°F
Sep 26 65.3°F 68.7°F 67.4°F
Sep 27 65.3°F 69.3°F 67.4°F
Sep 28 65.2°F 69.3°F 67.3°F
Sep 29 65.0°F 69.9°F 67.1°F
Sep 30 65.0°F 69.7°F 67.2°F
Oct 1 64.8°F 69.2°F 66.9°F
Oct 2 64.4°F 68.4°F 66.5°F
Oct 3 64.1°F 67.8°F 66.2°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 2 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 65.3°F 13mi
Providence 65.2°F 24mi
Plymouth 61.4°F 46mi
South Boston 61.4°F 60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Newport