What is the current water temperature in Providence?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Providence?

As of now, in Providence, the water temperature is 3.48°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 Providence

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Providence. 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.

38.3

°F

March 11, 05:25

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

36.3°F

Tomorrow:

38.5°F

Sunrise:

07:05

Sunset:

18:47

Day Length:

11 h. 42 min.

Providence in March

Minimum:

36.9°F

Average:

42.0°F

Maximum:

46.5°F

Sea water temperature in Providence today

As of now, in Providence, the water temperature is 38.3°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 2.0°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 42.0°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 37.4°F on 2019.

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 38.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 38.5°F, while the maximum might reach 39.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Providence

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 25	34.4°F	36.0°F	38.7°F
Feb 26	34.1°F	36.0°F	38.8°F
Feb 27	33.7°F	36.7°F	38.6°F
Feb 28	34.6°F	37.0°F	38.6°F
Mar 1	35.5°F	38.4°F	38.9°F
Mar 2	35.0°F	38.1°F	38.9°F
Mar 3	35.2°F	38.0°F	39.0°F
Mar 4	34.5°F	37.7°F	39.3°F
Mar 5	35.4°F	37.6°F	39.3°F
Mar 6	34.1°F	37.5°F	38.9°F
Mar 7	33.5°F	38.0°F	39.0°F
Mar 8	33.9°F	38.6°F	39.1°F
Mar 9	34.6°F	39.1°F	39.4°F
Mar 10	36.3°F	39.3°F	39.8°F
Mar 11	38.3°F	39.9°F	40.2°F
Mar 12	38.5°F	40.9°F	40.5°F
Mar 13	39.0°F	40.6°F	40.9°F
Mar 14	39.0°F	43.5°F	41.0°F
Mar 15	39.1°F	43.5°F	41.0°F
Mar 16	38.8°F	43.4°F	40.8°F
Mar 17	39.0°F	43.3°F	40.9°F
Mar 18	39.0°F	43.0°F	41.0°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.

Sea water temperature in Providence by month

In Providence, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 40 swimming days.

The warmest water in Providence was recorded on August 9, 2022, reaching a 80.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 31, 2026, dipping to 33.1°F. The average readings by season are 40.9°F in Winter, 47.5°F in Spring, 71.0°F in Summer, and 62.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Bristol	39.8°F	13mi
Newport	37.7°F	24mi
Plymouth	40.5°F	39mi
South Boston	39.4°F	40mi
Boston	39.4°F	41mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Providence