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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.
Sea temperature in Providence now

71.2

°F

August 28, 13:30

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.7°F

Tomorrow:

71.2°F

Sunrise:

06:07

Sunset:

19:26

Day Length:

13 h. 19 min.

Providence in September

Minimum:

33.2°F

Average:

40.7°F

Maximum:

43.1°F

Sea water temperature in Providence today

As of now, in Providence, the water temperature is 71.2°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 1.9°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 77.1°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 70.1°F on 2017.

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 70.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 69.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Providence

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 14 75.1°F 74.0°F 74.9°F
Aug 15 74.8°F 74.0°F 74.9°F
Aug 16 75.7°F 72.7°F 74.6°F
Aug 17 74.5°F 71.0°F 74.5°F
Aug 18 75.1°F 70.9°F 74.1°F
Aug 19 74.4°F 70.8°F 73.4°F
Aug 20 74.0°F 71.9°F 73.5°F
Aug 21 73.1°F 72.6°F 73.4°F
Aug 22 72.0°F 72.3°F 73.2°F
Aug 23 72.1°F 71.1°F 73.0°F
Aug 24 71.0°F 70.0°F 72.4°F
Aug 25 71.9°F 71.6°F 72.6°F
Aug 26 72.5°F 70.6°F 72.5°F
Aug 27 72.7°F 70.8°F 73.0°F
Aug 28 71.2°F 70.6°F 73.1°F
Aug 29 71.2°F 72.6°F 73.1°F
Aug 30 70.8°F 71.9°F 72.7°F
Aug 31 70.9°F 71.0°F 72.8°F
Sep 1 70.8°F 71.0°F 72.7°F
Sep 2 70.6°F 72.3°F 72.5°F
Sep 3 70.0°F 72.6°F 71.9°F
Sep 4 69.7°F 70.9°F 71.6°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 38 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 9, 2018, dipping to 33.2°F. The average readings by season are 41.4°F in Winter, 47.2°F in Spring, 70.7°F in Summer, and 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Bristol 71.6°F 13mi
Newport 69.8°F 24mi
Plymouth 66.5°F 39mi
South Boston 66.1°F 40mi
Boston 68.0°F 41mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Providence