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Water temperature in Port Arthur

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Port Arthur. 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 Port Arthur now

85.5

°F

September 26, 08:45

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

87.0°F

Tomorrow:

85.0°F

Sunrise:

07:06

Sunset:

19:08

Day Length:

12 h. 2 min.

Port Arthur in October

Minimum:

54.5°F

Average:

58.8°F

Maximum:

63.4°F

Sea water temperature in Port Arthur today

As of now, in Port Arthur, the water temperature is 85.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.8°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 considerably 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 86.8°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 78.4°F on 2021.

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 84.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 83.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 85.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Port Arthur

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 12 86.4°F 84.4°F 84.0°F
Sep 13 85.5°F 84.2°F 83.9°F
Sep 14 85.7°F 85.5°F 84.1°F
Sep 15 86.5°F 85.8°F 84.0°F
Sep 16 86.8°F 84.8°F 84.0°F
Sep 17 87.5°F 85.2°F 84.1°F
Sep 18 87.2°F 85.6°F 84.4°F
Sep 19 87.1°F 85.4°F 84.4°F
Sep 20 86.3°F 86.3°F 84.7°F
Sep 21 86.7°F 85.2°F 84.8°F
Sep 22 86.9°F 85.5°F 85.0°F
Sep 23 87.2°F 84.5°F 84.5°F
Sep 24 87.4°F 83.9°F 84.5°F
Sep 25 87.0°F 83.4°F 84.1°F
Sep 26 85.5°F 83.3°F 83.7°F
Sep 27 85.0°F 83.0°F 83.2°F
Sep 28 84.7°F 82.7°F 82.9°F
Sep 29 84.5°F 83.1°F 82.7°F
Sep 30 84.2°F 82.3°F 82.4°F
Oct 1 83.8°F 81.4°F 82.0°F
Oct 2 83.5°F 81.8°F 81.7°F
Oct 3 83.3°F 82.4°F 81.5°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 Port Arthur by month

In Port Arthur, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 190 swimming days.
The warmest water in Port Arthur was recorded on August 4, 2023, reaching a 89.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 18, 2021, dipping to 50.7°F. The average readings by season are 60.0°F in Winter, 71.9°F in Spring, 85.9°F in Summer, and 77.6°F in Autumn.