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Water and sea temperature in Rhode Island (22nd April 2021)

The sea temperature for Rhode Island is 46°F today

Average water/sea temperatures this week for Rhode Island

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The graph above shows the average water/sea temperature in Rhode Island, United States for today and the rest of this week.. As you can see on the chart, the average sea temperature for Rhode Island is a consistant 46 °F for the week.

What wetsuit thickness is needed for Rhode Island?

The water temperature in Rhode Island is extremely cold. You should wear a 5/4 mm to 5/4/3 mm full sealed and taped suit with boots, gloves and a hood especially if you plan to be in the sea for an extended period of time.

Please note: These are general guidelines based on today's average water temperature of 46°F in Rhode Island. If there are strong winds, cold air temperatures, you are engaging in activities with less movement or you get cold easily, you may want to consider a thicker wetsuit. consider a thicker wetsuit.

Information about our water / sea temperature data for Rhode Island

Our measurements for the water temperature in Rhode Island, United States are provided by the daily sea surface temperature (SST) satellite readings from NOAA.

Please be aware that our water temperatures are based on open water averages. Actual sea surface water temperatures close to the shore at Rhode Island can vary by several degrees.

Weather patterns that can increase variation in water temperatures

Heavy rains, locations near river mouths and long periods of strong offshore winds can cause variations in ocean temperatures. Offshore winds cause the colder deep water to replace the surface water which has been warmed by the sun.

Whilst sea temperatures for Rhode Island are as accurate as current data allows, there may be slight local and regional variations depending on conditions and variations in sea depth.

Water/sea temperatures near Rhode Island

Water/sea temperatures in Rhode Island

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