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Portarlington Water Temperature & Waves

Wave heights, swell and water temperature for Portarlington.

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Portarlington · Marine Forecast

Waves, water, boating comfort & water temperature

Marine forecasts are guidance only. Conditions can change quickly on exposed water.

Current marine state

Current wave

0.58 m

Max wave

1.06 m

Wave period

6.8 s

Swell

0.54 m

Wind wave

0.88 m

Water temp

18.2 C

Sun

15 Nov

Wave

1.06 m

Period

7.2 s

Swell

0.54 m

Wind wave

0.88 m

Mon

16 Nov

Wave

1.06 m

Period

8.15 s

Swell

0.62 m

Wind wave

0.8 m

Tue

17 Nov

Wave

0.58 m

Period

8.95 s

Swell

0.52 m

Wind wave

0.26 m

Wed

18 Nov

Wave

0.64 m

Period

9.5 s

Swell

0.52 m

Wind wave

0.34 m

Thu

19 Nov

Wave

0.6 m

Period

10.2 s

Swell

0.5 m

Wind wave

0.08 m

Fri

20 Nov

Wave

0.42 m

Period

9.15 s

Swell

0.36 m

Wind wave

0.22 m

Sat

21 Nov

Wave

0.42 m

Period

9 s

Swell

0.28 m

Wind wave

0.28 m

Marine interpretation

Wave: caution Water: cool

Marine observations point to a reasonably fishable sea state.

Marine caution

Higher waves suggest a conservative approach, especially in exposed areas. Forecast wave heights are averages rather than peak conditions. Individual waves may exceed the forecast height at times. Wind and local chop can quickly affect comfort and control. Wave period around 7.2 s can influence how conditions feel on the water. Conditions in open water can change quickly, so keep checking throughout the session.

Water temperature

Water temperature is around 18.2 C, so accidental immersion should still be treated seriously. Cool or cold water can affect grip, coordination, and swimming ability. Hypothermia is a real risk, particularly if you become immersed in the water. Wind and rough water can increase the impact of an accidental immersion.

Check local marine warnings, ramps, vessel limits and current conditions before heading out.

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