What is the current water temperature in Port Moresby?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Port Moresby?

As of now, in Port Moresby, the water temperature is 29.85°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Port Moresby

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Port Moresby. 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.

85.7

°F

March 12, 21:30

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

85.7°F

Tomorrow:

85.9°F

Sunrise:

06:16

Sunset:

18:27

Day Length:

12 h. 11 min.

Port Moresby in March

Minimum:

84.1°F

Average:

85.5°F

Maximum:

86.5°F

Sea water temperature in Port Moresby today

As of now, in Port Moresby, the water temperature is 85.7°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is about the same as 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 also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 88.3°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 84.3°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Port Moresby

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 26	85.7°F	85.9°F	85.6°F
Feb 27	84.7°F	85.7°F	85.5°F
Feb 28	84.8°F	85.6°F	85.4°F
Mar 1	84.3°F	85.4°F	85.5°F
Mar 2	84.9°F	85.3°F	85.6°F
Mar 3	84.3°F	85.3°F	85.6°F
Mar 4	84.5°F	85.3°F	85.5°F
Mar 5	84.4°F	85.2°F	85.6°F
Mar 6	84.8°F	85.4°F	85.6°F
Mar 7	84.5°F	85.3°F	85.6°F
Mar 8	85.1°F	85.3°F	85.7°F
Mar 9	84.7°F	85.4°F	85.6°F
Mar 10	84.5°F	84.9°F	85.6°F
Mar 11	85.7°F	84.9°F	85.8°F
Mar 12	85.7°F	84.8°F	85.6°F
Mar 13	85.9°F	86.0°F	85.8°F
Mar 14	85.8°F	86.1°F	85.7°F
Mar 15	85.6°F	85.9°F	85.5°F
Mar 16	85.5°F	85.6°F	85.4°F
Mar 17	85.6°F	85.6°F	85.5°F
Mar 18	85.6°F	85.5°F	85.5°F
Mar 19	85.4°F	85.4°F	85.4°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 Port Moresby by month

In Port Moresby, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Port Moresby was recorded on March 17, 2016, reaching a 88.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 9, 2019, dipping to 76.8°F. The average readings by season are 85.4°F in Winter, 84.7°F in Spring, 80.0°F in Summer, and 81.1°F in Autumn.