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 12.36°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.

54.2

°F

October 22, 08:43

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

54.3°F

Tomorrow:

54.2°F

Sunrise:

08:10

Sunset:

17:59

Day Length:

9 h. 49 min.

Fort William in October

Minimum:

47.1°F

Average:

47.5°F

Maximum:

48.2°F

Sea water temperature in Fort William today

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 54.2°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 0.3°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 water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 55.6°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 53.7°F on 2018.

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 53.9°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
Oct 8	55.0°F	55.8°F	55.3°F
Oct 9	55.2°F	55.6°F	55.3°F
Oct 10	55.1°F	55.5°F	55.2°F
Oct 11	55.1°F	55.4°F	55.3°F
Oct 12	55.0°F	55.3°F	55.2°F
Oct 13	55.0°F	55.3°F	55.2°F
Oct 14	55.0°F	55.3°F	55.1°F
Oct 15	54.8°F	55.2°F	55.1°F
Oct 16	54.8°F	55.1°F	55.0°F
Oct 17	54.7°F	55.0°F	55.0°F
Oct 18	54.6°F	54.8°F	54.9°F
Oct 19	54.4°F	54.4°F	54.8°F
Oct 20	54.4°F	54.4°F	54.7°F
Oct 21	54.3°F	54.3°F	54.6°F
Oct 22	54.2°F	54.3°F	54.6°F
Oct 23	54.2°F	54.2°F	54.5°F
Oct 24	54.1°F	54.2°F	54.4°F
Oct 25	54.0°F	54.1°F	54.3°F
Oct 26	53.9°F	54.0°F	54.2°F
Oct 27	53.9°F	53.9°F	54.2°F
Oct 28	53.9°F	53.9°F	54.2°F
Oct 29	53.8°F	53.9°F	54.1°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, 54.6°F in Summer, and 54.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Alexandria	53.9°F	60mi
Dumbarton	53.9°F	64mi
Houston	53.8°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William