Newport, RI Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Newport
Located in Rhode Island, United States, Newport experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 77°F (25°C) in July and dip to about 39°F (4°C) in January, with around 51.0 inches (1296 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 77°F (25°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 39°F (4°C)
- Record high: 89°F (32°C) · Record low: -8°F (-22°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (10 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (11.4 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 12 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 77°F (25°C) and overnight lows stay near 69°F (20°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 39°F (4°C) and lows around 27°F (-3°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 89°F (32°C) and dropped as low as -8°F (-22°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.3 inches (134 mm) of rain over 10 days, while August is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.4 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 12 days in a typical year, mostly from December through March.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 27° | 11 | 4.7 in | 6.1 h/day | 70% |
| February | 40° | 27° | 11 | 4.1 in | 6.7 h/day | 73% |
| March | 45° | 33° | 12 | 4.7 in | 8.2 h/day | 69% |
| April | 53° | 42° | 12 | 4.5 in | 8.7 h/day | 72% |
| May | 62° | 51° | 11 | 4.3 in | 9.9 h/day | 76% |
| June | 71° | 61° | 10 | 3.5 in | 11.3 h/day | 79% |
| July | 77° | 69° | 11 | 3.6 in | 11.4 h/day | 81% |
| August | 77° | 69° | 10 | 3.1 in | 11.1 h/day | 79% |
| September | 72° | 63° | 10 | 4.4 in | 9.0 h/day | 79% |
| October | 63° | 53° | 10 | 5.3 in | 7.8 h/day | 76% |
| November | 53° | 41° | 8 | 3.6 in | 6.8 h/day | 71% |
| December | 44° | 34° | 11 | 5.2 in | 5.8 h/day | 73% |
Newport month by month
Newport weather in January
January brings highs around 39°F (4°C), lows near 27°F (-3°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Newport.
Newport weather in February
February brings highs around 40°F (4°C), lows near 27°F (-3°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days.
Newport weather in March
March brings highs around 45°F (7°C), lows near 33°F (0°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 3 snowy days.
Newport weather in April
April brings highs around 53°F (12°C), lows near 42°F (5°C), about 12 wet days.
Newport weather in May
May brings highs around 62°F (17°C), lows near 51°F (11°C), about 11 wet days.
Newport weather in June
June brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 10 wet days.
Newport weather in July
July brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 11 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Newport.
Newport weather in August
August brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 10 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Newport.
Newport weather in September
September brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), about 10 wet days.
Newport weather in October
October brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 10 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Newport.
Newport weather in November
November brings highs around 53°F (11°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 8 wet days.
Newport weather in December
December brings highs around 44°F (7°C), lows near 34°F (1°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Seasons in Newport
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Newport is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 53°F (12°C) and nights around 42°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 35 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Newport is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 75°F (24°C) and nights around 66°F (19°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Newport stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 62°F (17°C) and nights around 52°F (11°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Newport is brisk and cold, with daytime highs averaging 41°F (5°C) and nights around 29°F (-1°C); expect showers on roughly 33 days across the season, plus around 9 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Newport
The best time to visit Newport is generally May to October, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 70°F (21°C).
Pack for Newport with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 69°F (20°C).
Newport temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.