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 8.57°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.

47.4

°F

January 8, 16:26

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

47.3°F

Tomorrow:

47.4°F

Sunrise:

08:54

Sunset:

16:01

Day Length:

7 h. 7 min.

Fort William in January

Minimum:

47.8°F

Average:

48.2°F

Maximum:

49.0°F

Sea water temperature in Fort William today

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 47.4°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 about the same as 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 48.0°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 47.3°F on 2020.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 47.3°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
Jan 1	47.8°F	47.9°F	48.2°F
Jan 2	47.6°F	47.8°F	48.0°F
Jan 3	47.6°F	47.7°F	47.9°F
Jan 4	47.5°F	47.5°F	47.8°F
Jan 5	47.5°F	47.4°F	47.6°F
Jan 6	47.5°F	47.4°F	47.6°F
Jan 7	47.3°F	47.3°F	47.5°F
Jan 8	47.4°F	47.3°F	47.6°F
Jan 9	47.4°F	47.3°F	47.6°F
Jan 10	47.4°F	47.3°F	47.6°F
Jan 11	47.4°F	47.3°F	47.6°F
Jan 12	47.3°F	47.3°F	47.5°F
Jan 13	47.3°F	47.2°F	47.4°F
Jan 14	47.3°F	47.2°F	47.4°F
Jan 15	47.2°F	47.1°F	47.3°F
Dec 25	48.4°F	48.8°F	48.9°F
Dec 26	48.5°F	48.8°F	48.9°F
Dec 27	48.3°F	48.7°F	48.8°F
Dec 28	48.3°F	48.6°F	48.7°F
Dec 29	48.1°F	48.4°F	48.6°F
Dec 30	47.9°F	48.2°F	48.4°F
Dec 31	47.8°F	48.1°F	48.3°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	47.0°F	60mi
Dumbarton	47.0°F	64mi
Houston	46.9°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William