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 13.01°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.

55.4

°F

October 17, 20:09

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

55.6°F

Tomorrow:

55.3°F

Sunrise:

07:57

Sunset:

18:14

Day Length:

10 h. 17 min.

Fort William in October

Minimum:

47.3°F

Average:

47.6°F

Maximum:

48.2°F

Sea water temperature in Fort William today

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 55.4°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 0.5°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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 55.7°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 54.3°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 55.0°F, the minimum temperature may reach 54.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 55.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Fort William

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 3	56.4°F	55.7°F	55.8°F
Oct 4	56.0°F	55.7°F	55.7°F
Oct 5	56.5°F	55.6°F	55.8°F
Oct 6	56.5°F	55.5°F	55.7°F
Oct 7	56.4°F	55.4°F	55.6°F
Oct 8	56.2°F	55.3°F	55.5°F
Oct 9	56.0°F	55.2°F	55.4°F
Oct 10	55.9°F	55.0°F	55.3°F
Oct 11	55.8°F	55.0°F	55.3°F
Oct 12	55.8°F	54.9°F	55.3°F
Oct 13	55.9°F	54.8°F	55.3°F
Oct 14	55.6°F	54.8°F	55.2°F
Oct 15	55.5°F	54.8°F	55.1°F
Oct 16	55.6°F	54.7°F	55.0°F
Oct 17	55.4°F	54.7°F	55.0°F
Oct 18	55.3°F	54.6°F	54.8°F
Oct 19	55.1°F	54.5°F	54.7°F
Oct 20	55.0°F	54.4°F	54.6°F
Oct 21	55.0°F	54.3°F	54.5°F
Oct 22	54.9°F	54.2°F	54.5°F
Oct 23	54.9°F	54.2°F	54.4°F
Oct 24	54.8°F	54.3°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 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	54.9°F	60mi
Dumbarton	55.0°F	64mi
Houston	55.0°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William