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Stonington Harbor

Bay · Stonington, Connecticut

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. NOAA buoy NLHC3, as of Aug 21, 8:00 PM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
69°F
21°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Connecticut yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy NLHC3 (9.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 8:00 PM UTC.

Weather at Stonington Harbor

H: 70° L: 64°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
69°
|
Feels like 64°
Precipitation
91%
Humidity
87%
Wind
19 mph
UV Index
0.7
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🏄Good for surfing/sailing🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Moderate rain
67°
3 AM
Heavy rain
66°
6 AM
Heavy rain
64°
9 AM
Moderate rain
66°
12 PM
Moderate rain
70°
3 PM
Overcast
70°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
69°
9 PM
Light drizzle
68°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Stonington Harbor?
Stonington Harbor is a bay in Stonington, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at Stonington Harbor?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Stonington Harbor in Stonington, Connecticut is 69°F (21°C), measured by NOAA buoy NLHC3, 9.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Stonington Harbor?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Stonington Harbor rated?
Stonington Harbor in Stonington, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 8 reviews.

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