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 10.28°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.

50.5

°F

April 21, 01:12

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

50.4°F

Tomorrow:

51.1°F

Sunrise:

05:57

Sunset:

19:33

Day Length:

13 h. 36 min.

Providence in April

Minimum:

36.7°F

Average:

41.8°F

Maximum:

46.3°F

Sea water temperature in Providence today

As of now, in Providence, the water temperature is 50.5°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 2.9°F higher 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

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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 50.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 44.2°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 52.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.1°F, while the maximum might reach 53.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Providence

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 7	45.0°F	45.0°F	44.2°F
Apr 8	43.5°F	44.8°F	44.3°F
Apr 9	43.6°F	45.9°F	44.9°F
Apr 10	44.8°F	45.0°F	45.1°F
Apr 11	44.9°F	44.7°F	45.2°F
Apr 12	46.8°F	44.5°F	45.1°F
Apr 13	46.9°F	44.3°F	45.8°F
Apr 14	46.7°F	44.2°F	46.2°F
Apr 15	48.4°F	44.4°F	46.7°F
Apr 16	48.1°F	45.8°F	46.9°F
Apr 17	48.3°F	45.3°F	47.1°F
Apr 18	50.3°F	46.2°F	47.5°F
Apr 19	52.6°F	46.6°F	48.1°F
Apr 20	50.4°F	46.2°F	47.5°F
Apr 21	50.5°F	45.8°F	47.6°F
Apr 22	51.1°F	47.4°F	48.1°F
Apr 23	51.5°F	49.5°F	48.6°F
Apr 24	51.7°F	52.4°F	48.8°F
Apr 25	52.1°F	51.0°F	49.2°F
Apr 26	52.7°F	52.3°F	49.8°F
Apr 27	52.9°F	52.0°F	50.0°F
Apr 28	53.1°F	53.2°F	50.2°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 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	48.9°F	13mi
Newport	46.9°F	24mi
Plymouth	45.3°F	39mi
South Boston	47.1°F	40mi
Boston	47.1°F	41mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Providence