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Water temperature in Portland

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Portland. 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 Portland now

49.2

°F

March 10, 00:03

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

49.3°F

Tomorrow:

49.2°F

Sunrise:

06:36

Sunset:

18:06

Day Length:

11 h. 30 min.

Portland in March

Minimum:

49.4°F

Average:

50.8°F

Maximum:

52.3°F

Sea water temperature in Portland today

As of now, in Portland, the water temperature is 49.2°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 2.1°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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 48.6°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 44.4°F on 2018.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 49.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Portland

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 24 48.6°F 47.5°F 47.8°F
Feb 25 49.1°F 47.4°F 48.0°F
Feb 26 49.2°F 47.5°F 47.8°F
Feb 27 49.4°F 47.4°F 47.9°F
Feb 28 49.2°F 47.5°F 47.7°F
Mar 1 49.4°F 47.4°F 47.6°F
Mar 2 49.1°F 46.6°F 47.4°F
Mar 3 49.4°F 46.5°F 47.4°F
Mar 4 49.4°F 47.4°F 47.4°F
Mar 5 49.4°F 47.5°F 47.5°F
Mar 6 48.7°F 47.2°F 47.3°F
Mar 7 49.0°F 47.3°F 47.4°F
Mar 8 49.0°F 47.3°F 47.4°F
Mar 9 49.3°F 47.0°F 47.2°F
Mar 10 49.2°F 47.1°F 47.1°F
Mar 11 49.2°F 46.7°F 47.1°F
Mar 12 49.3°F 47.6°F 47.2°F
Mar 13 49.3°F 47.4°F 47.2°F
Mar 14 49.4°F 47.6°F 47.3°F
Mar 15 49.5°F 47.2°F 47.4°F
Mar 16 49.7°F 47.5°F 47.6°F
Mar 17 49.7°F 47.6°F 47.6°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 Portland by month

In an average year, Portland offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Portland was recorded on September 3, 2022, reaching a 67.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 5, 2018, dipping to 43.9°F. The average readings by season are 49.7°F in Winter, 50.3°F in Spring, 61.5°F in Summer, and 60.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Bristol 46.7°F 62mi
Barry 46.7°F 68mi
Cardiff 46.8°F 71mi
Cherbourg-Octeville 50.0°F 74mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Portland