What is the current water temperature in Fort William?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Fort William?

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 10.85°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Fort William

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Fort William. 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.

51.5

°F

May 20, 05:58

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

51.4°F

Tomorrow:

51.8°F

Sunrise:

04:53

Sunset:

21:42

Day Length:

16 h. 49 min.

Fort William in May

Minimum:

46.8°F

Average:

47.6°F

Maximum:

48.4°F

Sea water temperature in Fort William today

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 51.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 3.0°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 49.7°F on 2014, while the historical minimum was 47.4°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 52.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.8°F, while the maximum might reach 52.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Fort William

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	50.1°F	48.3°F	48.1°F
May 7	50.2°F	48.5°F	48.3°F
May 8	50.2°F	48.7°F	48.5°F
May 9	50.3°F	48.7°F	48.8°F
May 10	50.4°F	49.1°F	49.2°F
May 11	50.5°F	49.3°F	49.2°F
May 12	50.3°F	48.9°F	49.0°F
May 13	50.1°F	48.8°F	48.9°F
May 14	50.0°F	48.6°F	48.8°F
May 15	50.3°F	48.6°F	48.7°F
May 16	50.0°F	48.9°F	48.6°F
May 17	51.3°F	48.7°F	48.6°F
May 18	51.7°F	48.7°F	48.5°F
May 19	51.4°F	48.7°F	48.4°F
May 20	51.5°F	48.9°F	48.5°F
May 21	51.8°F	49.1°F	48.8°F
May 22	51.9°F	49.5°F	49.0°F
May 23	52.1°F	49.6°F	49.1°F
May 24	52.2°F	49.7°F	49.2°F
May 25	52.6°F	50.1°F	49.6°F
May 26	52.6°F	49.8°F	49.7°F
May 27	52.7°F	49.8°F	49.7°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 Fort William by month

In an average year, Fort William offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Fort William was recorded on July 26, 2014, reaching a 59.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 27, 2015, dipping to 42.9°F. The average readings by season are 47.2°F in Winter, 46.4°F in Spring, 54.7°F in Summer, and 54.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Alexandria	53.3°F	60mi
Dumbarton	53.3°F	64mi
Houston	53.1°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William