What is the current water temperature in Portland?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Portland?

As of now, in Portland, the water temperature is 14.06°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 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.

57.3

°F

June 1, 07:04

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

57.2°F

Tomorrow:

57.5°F

Sunrise:

05:03

Sunset:

21:12

Day Length:

16 h. 9 min.

Portland in June

Minimum:

49.1°F

Average:

50.6°F

Maximum:

51.7°F

Sea water temperature in Portland today

As of now, in Portland, the water temperature is 57.3°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 1.4°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 57.3°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 54.3°F on 2021.

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 57.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 57.5°F, while the maximum might reach 58.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Portland

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 18	55.2°F	54.6°F	53.6°F
May 19	55.4°F	55.5°F	53.6°F
May 20	55.7°F	55.5°F	53.8°F
May 21	55.5°F	56.3°F	54.1°F
May 22	55.9°F	56.1°F	54.2°F
May 23	56.5°F	56.3°F	54.4°F
May 24	56.2°F	56.2°F	54.6°F
May 25	55.8°F	55.7°F	54.7°F
May 26	56.3°F	56.2°F	54.9°F
May 27	56.1°F	56.6°F	55.1°F
May 28	56.5°F	56.8°F	55.5°F
May 29	56.7°F	56.5°F	55.5°F
May 30	56.2°F	57.2°F	55.7°F
May 31	57.2°F	57.1°F	55.8°F
Jun 1	57.3°F	56.9°F	55.9°F
Jun 2	57.5°F	57.1°F	56.1°F
Jun 3	57.8°F	57.6°F	56.3°F
Jun 4	57.9°F	57.3°F	56.5°F
Jun 5	58.0°F	57.4°F	56.6°F
Jun 6	58.1°F	58.0°F	56.6°F
Jun 7	58.1°F	57.9°F	56.7°F
Jun 8	58.3°F	58.3°F	56.8°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, 50.1°F in Spring, 61.2°F in Summer, and 60.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Bristol	59.1°F	62mi
Barry	59.7°F	68mi
Cardiff	59.5°F	71mi
Cherbourg-Octeville	56.7°F	74mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Portland