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 11.49°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.

52.7

°F

June 22, 15:53

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

53.7°F

Tomorrow:

53.1°F

Sunrise:

04:27

Sunset:

22:17

Day Length:

17 h. 50 min.

Fort William in June

Minimum:

47.3°F

Average:

47.6°F

Maximum:

48.3°F

Sea water temperature in Fort William today

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 52.7°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 0.8°F higher 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 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 53.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 50.5°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 54.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 53.1°F, while the maximum might reach 55.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Fort William

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 8	50.4°F	52.1°F	51.4°F
Jun 9	50.4°F	52.2°F	51.5°F
Jun 10	50.6°F	52.2°F	51.7°F
Jun 11	51.2°F	52.3°F	52.0°F
Jun 12	51.0°F	52.3°F	52.2°F
Jun 13	51.2°F	52.4°F	52.4°F
Jun 14	51.4°F	52.4°F	52.5°F
Jun 15	51.6°F	51.0°F	52.3°F
Jun 16	51.7°F	51.0°F	52.3°F
Jun 17	51.7°F	51.0°F	52.3°F
Jun 18	51.7°F	51.0°F	52.2°F
Jun 19	52.0°F	51.1°F	52.2°F
Jun 20	52.3°F	51.0°F	52.1°F
Jun 21	53.7°F	51.0°F	52.2°F
Jun 22	52.7°F	51.1°F	51.9°F
Jun 23	53.1°F	51.5°F	52.3°F
Jun 24	53.4°F	52.1°F	52.6°F
Jun 25	53.8°F	52.6°F	53.0°F
Jun 26	53.9°F	53.0°F	53.2°F
Jun 27	54.5°F	53.4°F	53.7°F
Jun 28	54.8°F	53.7°F	54.0°F
Jun 29	55.1°F	54.0°F	54.3°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 September 7, 2023, reaching a 58.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 27, 2015, dipping to 42.9°F. The average readings by season are 47.3°F in Winter, 46.5°F in Spring, 54.6°F in Summer, and 54.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Alexandria	58.9°F	60mi
Dumbarton	58.9°F	64mi
Houston	58.6°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William