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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.
Sea temperature in Fort William now

55.1

°F

July 1, 01:43

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

55.1°F

Tomorrow:

55.1°F

Sunrise:

04:32

Sunset:

22:16

Day Length:

17 h. 44 min.

Fort William in July

Minimum:

47.2°F

Average:

47.6°F

Maximum:

47.9°F

Sea water temperature in Fort William today

As of now, in Fort William, the water temperature is 55.1°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 1.0°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 stay about the same.

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 54.9°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 52.9°F on 2021.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 55.1°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
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 52.0°F
Jun 23 53.1°F 51.5°F 52.3°F
Jun 24 53.4°F 52.1°F 52.7°F
Jun 25 53.9°F 52.6°F 53.1°F
Jun 26 54.2°F 53.0°F 53.2°F
Jun 27 54.7°F 53.4°F 53.8°F
Jun 28 55.0°F 53.7°F 54.1°F
Jun 29 55.1°F 54.0°F 54.4°F
Jun 30 55.1°F 54.0°F 54.1°F
Jul 1 55.1°F 53.9°F 54.2°F
Jul 2 55.1°F 53.9°F 54.2°F
Jul 3 55.1°F 53.8°F 54.2°F
Jul 4 55.0°F 53.7°F 54.1°F
Jul 5 55.0°F 53.6°F 54.0°F
Jul 6 55.0°F 53.5°F 54.0°F
Jul 7 55.3°F 53.8°F 54.3°F
Jul 8 55.5°F 53.9°F 54.5°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 58.6°F 60mi
Dumbarton 58.6°F 64mi
Houston 58.7°F 69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort William