What is the current water temperature in Port Moresby?

As of now, in Port Moresby, the water temperature is 27.33°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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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.

81.2

°F

October 28, 01:07

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

80.9°F

Tomorrow:

81.2°F

Sunrise:

05:43

Sunset:

18:08

Day Length:

12 h. 25 min.

Port Moresby in November

Minimum:

83.8°F

Average:

85.6°F

Maximum:

87.3°F

Sea water temperature in Port Moresby today

As of now, in Port Moresby, the water temperature is 81.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.0°F lower 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 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 85.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 80.1°F on 2019.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 81.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 81.2°F, while the maximum might reach 81.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Port Moresby

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 14	79.1°F	83.5°F	80.8°F
Oct 15	79.6°F	83.6°F	80.9°F
Oct 16	79.7°F	83.9°F	81.0°F
Oct 17	79.9°F	83.5°F	81.2°F
Oct 18	79.6°F	83.7°F	81.3°F
Oct 19	79.6°F	83.5°F	81.2°F
Oct 20	79.4°F	82.9°F	81.1°F
Oct 21	79.1°F	82.1°F	81.2°F
Oct 22	79.7°F	81.6°F	81.3°F
Oct 23	79.5°F	81.1°F	81.1°F
Oct 24	79.4°F	80.4°F	81.1°F
Oct 25	80.3°F	81.5°F	81.4°F
Oct 26	80.8°F	82.9°F	81.7°F
Oct 27	80.9°F	83.2°F	81.9°F
Oct 28	81.2°F	84.5°F	82.1°F
Oct 29	81.2°F	84.1°F	82.2°F
Oct 30	81.5°F	84.3°F	82.5°F
Oct 31	81.8°F	85.0°F	82.7°F
Nov 1	81.6°F	83.7°F	82.6°F
Nov 2	81.8°F	85.7°F	82.8°F
Nov 3	81.8°F	85.1°F	82.8°F
Nov 4	81.6°F	85.3°F	82.5°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, 84.6°F in Spring, 80.0°F in Summer, and 81.1°F in Autumn.