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 11.06°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.

51.9

°F

November 21, 10:00

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

52.1°F

Tomorrow:

51.8°F

Sunrise:

08:15

Sunset:

15:58

Day Length:

7 h. 43 min.

Fort William in November

Minimum:

47.0°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 51.9°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 53.2°F on 2014, while the historical minimum was 51.4°F on 2020.

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 51.6°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
Nov 7	53.1°F	53.2°F	53.5°F
Nov 8	53.1°F	53.2°F	53.4°F
Nov 9	53.1°F	53.1°F	53.5°F
Nov 10	53.0°F	52.9°F	53.4°F
Nov 11	52.9°F	52.8°F	53.3°F
Nov 12	52.8°F	52.5°F	53.2°F
Nov 13	52.8°F	52.5°F	53.1°F
Nov 14	52.7°F	52.5°F	53.0°F
Nov 15	52.8°F	52.4°F	53.0°F
Nov 16	52.7°F	52.4°F	52.9°F
Nov 17	52.5°F	52.2°F	52.7°F
Nov 18	52.4°F	52.1°F	52.6°F
Nov 19	52.2°F	51.8°F	52.5°F
Nov 20	52.1°F	51.6°F	52.3°F
Nov 21	51.9°F	51.5°F	52.1°F
Nov 22	51.8°F	51.4°F	51.9°F
Nov 23	51.6°F	51.3°F	51.8°F
Nov 24	51.6°F	51.4°F	51.8°F
Nov 25	51.5°F	51.4°F	51.7°F
Nov 26	51.5°F	51.4°F	51.7°F
Nov 27	51.5°F	51.6°F	51.7°F
Nov 28	51.5°F	51.4°F	51.7°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	50.9°F	60mi
Dumbarton	50.9°F	64mi
Houston	50.8°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William