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 6.88°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.

44.4

°F

March 11, 22:01

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

44.2°F

Tomorrow:

44.3°F

Sunrise:

06:48

Sunset:

18:14

Day Length:

11 h. 26 min.

Fort William in March

Minimum:

47.6°F

Average:

47.9°F

Maximum:

48.9°F

Sea water temperature in Fort William today

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 44.4°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 0.4°F lower 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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 45.5°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 43.5°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 44.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Fort William

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 25	44.7°F	45.1°F	44.7°F
Feb 26	44.7°F	45.1°F	44.8°F
Feb 27	44.9°F	45.1°F	44.8°F
Feb 28	44.8°F	45.0°F	44.7°F
Mar 1	44.5°F	44.9°F	44.8°F
Mar 2	44.5°F	44.9°F	44.8°F
Mar 3	44.1°F	44.7°F	44.8°F
Mar 4	44.2°F	44.7°F	44.7°F
Mar 5	44.2°F	44.7°F	44.7°F
Mar 6	44.0°F	44.7°F	44.6°F
Mar 7	44.3°F	44.7°F	44.7°F
Mar 8	44.3°F	44.7°F	44.7°F
Mar 9	44.2°F	44.7°F	44.7°F
Mar 10	44.2°F	44.8°F	44.7°F
Mar 11	44.4°F	45.1°F	44.8°F
Mar 12	44.3°F	45.0°F	44.8°F
Mar 13	44.3°F	45.0°F	44.7°F
Mar 14	44.2°F	45.0°F	44.7°F
Mar 15	44.3°F	45.0°F	44.7°F
Mar 16	44.3°F	44.9°F	44.7°F
Mar 17	44.3°F	45.1°F	44.8°F
Mar 18	44.4°F	45.1°F	44.8°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 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 August 19, 2025, reaching a 59.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 12, 2016, dipping to 43.3°F. The average readings by season are 47.3°F in Winter, 46.6°F in Spring, 54.8°F in Summer, and 54.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Alexandria	44.4°F	60mi
Dumbarton	44.5°F	64mi
Houston	44.5°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William