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Providence, RI Daily Water Report — August 26, 2026
Today's a splendid day for boating and kayaking around Providence, with scores of 9.6/10 and 9.5/10 respectively. The calm waves, peaking at a mere 0.2 meters, and gentle winds make for smooth sailing on the water. The air's comfortably cool, with temperatures ranging from just under 16 to a pleasant 27.5 degrees Celsius, and the barometric pressure is on the rise, suggesting stable weather throughout the day. The diving conditions are also excellent, scoring an 8.4/10. The clear skies and calm seas provide great visibility, and with no rain in sight, it's a perfect day to explore underwater. Wildlife enthusiasts are in for a treat too, with an 8.3/10 score, thanks to today's favorable solunar periods and low winds. Fishing isn't quite as outstanding but still decent at 7.1/10. The best bites are expected during the solunar major periods between 9:17 and 11:17 AM. While the waxing gibbous moon is almost full, it doesn't quite tip the scales for a fishing frenzy. Sailing and surfing, however, might not be as rewarding today. With a sailing score of 5.6/10, the light winds won't provide much excitement for those looking to catch a breeze. Surfers might find themselves paddling more than riding, with the waves barely breaking 0.2 meters and a low score of 4.6/10. Looking ahead, the next few days promise slightly more wind and a small chance of rain, particularly on the 27th and 28th. Temperatures will vary, peaking at a potential 33.9 degrees on September 1st. If you're planning a day on the water, today is your best bet for smooth, serene conditions.
- Report date
- August 26, 2026
- Report status
- Permanent PM Brain report
- Time basis
- Live
- Top activity
- WINDOW IS OPEN
How the water looked at Providence, RI
The conditions record includes 16.3 °C air temperature, 1.7 knot wind, gusts to 5.1 knots, and 1016.7 hPa pressure.
Ocean: NOAA CoastWatch; Tides: NOAA; Marine: Open-Meteo marine forecast; Weather: Open-Meteo forecast and current conditions
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