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 30.45°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.

86.8

°F

December 18, 02:38

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.5°F

Tomorrow:

86.8°F

Sunrise:

05:47

Sunset:

18:28

Day Length:

12 h. 41 min.

Port Moresby in December

Minimum:

83.9°F

Average:

85.4°F

Maximum:

86.9°F

Sea water temperature in Port Moresby today

As of now, in Port Moresby, the water temperature is 86.8°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 1.7°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 stay about the same.

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 86.1°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 83.9°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 87.0°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
Dec 4	86.5°F	86.0°F	84.8°F
Dec 5	86.2°F	85.9°F	84.7°F
Dec 6	86.1°F	85.7°F	84.7°F
Dec 7	86.1°F	85.9°F	84.7°F
Dec 8	85.9°F	85.7°F	84.5°F
Dec 9	85.4°F	85.5°F	84.4°F
Dec 10	84.8°F	85.5°F	84.4°F
Dec 11	85.0°F	85.4°F	84.4°F
Dec 12	85.1°F	87.0°F	84.7°F
Dec 13	85.7°F	86.6°F	84.5°F
Dec 14	86.1°F	86.3°F	84.7°F
Dec 15	85.7°F	86.3°F	84.8°F
Dec 16	85.5°F	86.2°F	84.8°F
Dec 17	86.5°F	85.8°F	84.9°F
Dec 18	86.8°F	85.7°F	85.2°F
Dec 19	86.8°F	85.5°F	85.1°F
Dec 20	86.8°F	85.2°F	85.2°F
Dec 21	87.2°F	86.2°F	85.5°F
Dec 22	87.1°F	85.8°F	85.4°F
Dec 23	87.0°F	86.2°F	85.3°F
Dec 24	87.1°F	85.7°F	85.4°F
Dec 25	87.0°F	85.5°F	85.3°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 13, 2015, dipping to 75.9°F. The average readings by season are 85.2°F in Winter, 84.5°F in Spring, 79.9°F in Summer, and 80.9°F in Autumn.