What is the current water temperature in Port Arthur?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Port Arthur?

As of now, in Port Arthur, the water temperature is 31.39°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.

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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.

88.5

°F

August 16, 08:50

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

88.1°F

Tomorrow:

88.3°F

Sunrise:

06:44

Sunset:

19:56

Day Length:

13 h. 12 min.

Port Arthur in August

Minimum:

53.3°F

Average:

58.7°F

Maximum:

62.1°F

Sea water temperature in Port Arthur today

As of now, in Port Arthur, the water temperature is 88.5°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 1.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall 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 89.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 85.7°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 88.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Port Arthur

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 2	87.7°F	86.2°F	86.8°F
Aug 3	86.2°F	86.7°F	86.7°F
Aug 4	86.3°F	86.8°F	86.8°F
Aug 5	86.5°F	86.7°F	86.9°F
Aug 6	87.7°F	87.5°F	87.0°F
Aug 7	87.5°F	87.8°F	86.8°F
Aug 8	88.1°F	87.6°F	87.0°F
Aug 9	88.0°F	88.5°F	86.9°F
Aug 10	87.7°F	88.2°F	86.6°F
Aug 11	87.8°F	88.3°F	86.7°F
Aug 12	88.2°F	88.5°F	86.9°F
Aug 13	87.8°F	88.6°F	87.0°F
Aug 14	88.3°F	88.6°F	87.0°F
Aug 15	88.1°F	88.5°F	86.9°F
Aug 16	88.5°F	89.5°F	87.2°F
Aug 17	88.3°F	89.0°F	86.9°F
Aug 18	88.4°F	89.5°F	87.1°F
Aug 19	88.4°F	89.0°F	87.0°F
Aug 20	88.3°F	88.8°F	87.0°F
Aug 21	88.3°F	88.8°F	86.9°F
Aug 22	88.2°F	88.1°F	86.8°F
Aug 23	88.0°F	87.9°F	86.7°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 59.9°F in Winter, 71.6°F in Spring, 85.7°F in Summer, and 77.3°F in Autumn.