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 29.12°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.

84.4

°F

October 11, 06:27

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.4°F

Tomorrow:

84.3°F

Sunrise:

05:50

Sunset:

18:06

Day Length:

12 h. 16 min.

Port Moresby in October

Minimum:

83.7°F

Average:

85.5°F

Maximum:

87.4°F

Sea water temperature in Port Moresby today

As of now, in Port Moresby, the water temperature is 84.4°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 4.3°F higher than 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 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 83.2°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 77.7°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 84.7°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
Sep 27	80.7°F	81.8°F	79.8°F
Sep 28	80.4°F	81.6°F	79.6°F
Sep 29	80.5°F	81.8°F	79.9°F
Sep 30	80.4°F	82.5°F	79.9°F
Oct 1	80.3°F	82.5°F	79.9°F
Oct 2	80.1°F	81.8°F	79.8°F
Oct 3	81.9°F	81.4°F	80.0°F
Oct 4	82.0°F	80.9°F	79.9°F
Oct 5	82.0°F	80.3°F	80.0°F
Oct 6	82.9°F	80.2°F	80.1°F
Oct 7	83.5°F	81.2°F	80.3°F
Oct 8	83.1°F	81.6°F	80.3°F
Oct 9	83.8°F	81.7°F	80.4°F
Oct 10	84.4°F	81.2°F	80.1°F
Oct 11	84.4°F	82.4°F	80.1°F
Oct 12	84.3°F	82.2°F	80.1°F
Oct 13	84.5°F	82.7°F	80.2°F
Oct 14	84.7°F	82.0°F	80.4°F
Oct 15	84.7°F	81.6°F	80.5°F
Oct 16	84.7°F	82.2°F	80.5°F
Oct 17	85.0°F	81.9°F	80.7°F
Oct 18	85.1°F	82.6°F	80.8°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 80.8°F in Autumn.