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 29.33°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.

84.8

°F

November 23, 18:21

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

84.4°F

Tomorrow:

85.0°F

Sunrise:

05:40

Sunset:

18:16

Day Length:

12 h. 36 min.

Port Moresby in November

Minimum:

83.8°F

Average:

85.3°F

Maximum:

86.3°F

Sea water temperature in Port Moresby today

As of now, in Port Moresby, the water temperature is 84.8°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 2.1°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.0°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 81.0°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 85.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 84.9°F, while the maximum might reach 85.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Port Moresby

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 9	81.6°F	79.4°F	81.6°F
Nov 10	81.8°F	80.1°F	81.8°F
Nov 11	82.0°F	80.5°F	82.0°F
Nov 12	81.8°F	80.4°F	81.8°F
Nov 13	81.8°F	79.8°F	81.8°F
Nov 14	81.9°F	81.1°F	81.9°F
Nov 15	82.0°F	80.9°F	82.0°F
Nov 16	82.7°F	81.4°F	82.1°F
Nov 17	84.2°F	81.4°F	82.5°F
Nov 18	84.6°F	81.5°F	82.5°F
Nov 19	84.5°F	81.4°F	82.6°F
Nov 20	83.9°F	82.0°F	82.8°F
Nov 21	83.4°F	82.8°F	82.7°F
Nov 22	84.4°F	83.2°F	82.8°F
Nov 23	84.8°F	83.4°F	82.7°F
Nov 24	85.0°F	83.5°F	82.9°F
Nov 25	84.9°F	83.2°F	82.9°F
Nov 26	85.1°F	83.0°F	83.0°F
Nov 27	85.1°F	82.8°F	83.1°F
Nov 28	85.3°F	82.4°F	83.3°F
Nov 29	85.4°F	82.4°F	83.4°F
Nov 30	85.5°F	82.5°F	83.4°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 July 28, 2014, dipping to 75.7°F. The average readings by season are 85.0°F in Winter, 84.3°F in Spring, 79.6°F in Summer, and 80.5°F in Autumn.