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 28.6°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.

83.5

°F

October 20, 07:11

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

83.5°F

Tomorrow:

83.6°F

Sunrise:

05:46

Sunset:

18:07

Day Length:

12 h. 21 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 83.5°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 2.8°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.9°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 77.4°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest 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 83.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 83.6°F, while the maximum might reach 84.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Port Moresby

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
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	80.5°F
Oct 11	84.0°F	82.4°F	80.5°F
Oct 12	83.4°F	82.2°F	80.4°F
Oct 13	84.2°F	82.7°F	80.5°F
Oct 14	83.5°F	82.0°F	80.7°F
Oct 15	83.6°F	81.6°F	80.7°F
Oct 16	83.9°F	82.2°F	80.8°F
Oct 17	83.5°F	81.9°F	81.0°F
Oct 18	83.7°F	82.6°F	81.1°F
Oct 19	83.5°F	82.3°F	80.7°F
Oct 20	83.5°F	81.8°F	80.7°F
Oct 21	83.6°F	81.5°F	80.9°F
Oct 22	83.8°F	81.3°F	81.0°F
Oct 23	83.7°F	80.7°F	80.9°F
Oct 24	83.9°F	80.5°F	81.1°F
Oct 25	84.0°F	80.5°F	81.3°F
Oct 26	84.2°F	80.4°F	81.4°F
Oct 27	84.2°F	81.4°F	81.4°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 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.