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 7.98°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.

46.4

°F

January 29, 16:27

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

46.5°F

Tomorrow:

46.1°F

Sunrise:

08:25

Sunset:

16:43

Day Length:

8 h. 18 min.

Fort William in February

Minimum:

47.6°F

Average:

48.0°F

Maximum:

48.9°F

Sea water temperature in Fort William today

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 46.4°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 fall 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 46.9°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 45.7°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 45.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 45.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 46.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Fort William

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 15	47.3°F	47.1°F	47.3°F
Jan 16	47.3°F	47.3°F	47.2°F
Jan 17	47.2°F	47.4°F	47.1°F
Jan 18	47.1°F	47.4°F	47.1°F
Jan 19	47.1°F	47.4°F	47.1°F
Jan 20	47.0°F	47.4°F	47.1°F
Jan 21	47.0°F	47.4°F	47.1°F
Jan 22	46.7°F	47.3°F	47.0°F
Jan 23	46.9°F	47.2°F	47.0°F
Jan 24	46.9°F	47.2°F	46.9°F
Jan 25	46.4°F	47.1°F	46.8°F
Jan 26	46.3°F	47.1°F	46.9°F
Jan 27	46.3°F	46.8°F	46.7°F
Jan 28	46.5°F	46.7°F	46.5°F
Jan 29	46.4°F	46.5°F	46.2°F
Jan 30	46.1°F	46.3°F	46.0°F
Jan 31	45.9°F	46.1°F	45.7°F
Feb 1	45.7°F	45.9°F	45.6°F
Feb 2	45.5°F	45.7°F	45.4°F
Feb 3	45.6°F	45.6°F	45.4°F
Feb 4	45.5°F	45.6°F	45.3°F
Feb 5	45.5°F	45.5°F	45.3°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	45.8°F	60mi
Dumbarton	45.8°F	64mi
Houston	45.8°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William