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Sand Island, Midway Atoll Daily Water Report — September 1, 2026

Today at Sand Island, if you're looking to cast a line or catch a wave, you're in luck. Fishing scores a solid 8.2/10 with favorable solunar periods early morning and late afternoon, though the wind at 20 knots from the southeast might test your patience. Surfing holds its ground at 7/10, thanks to a consistent wave height around 2.28 meters paired with a decent swell from 99 degrees. For sailors, a 7.6/10 score means it's a decent day to harness the wind, but keep an eye on those gusts that can spike to 29 knots. Boaters and kayakers, on the other hand, might want to reconsider; scores of 4/10 and 3.3/10 respectively suggest the winds and waves could make for a choppy ride. Diving enthusiasts can enjoy a respectable 7.1/10, with visibility fairly decent despite a 100% cloud cover. The sea surface temperature is a comfortable 27.3°C, just a tad above average, keeping the underwater environment pleasant. Compared to recent days, fishing and diving have been consistently good, but boating conditions have dipped from a slightly better 4.9/10 just two days ago. If you're planning on wildlife watching, a 6.2/10 score isn't too shabby, especially around the low tide at 14:00. Looking ahead, the winds are expected to ease slightly in the coming days, with a chance of rain tomorrow but calming conditions as the week progresses. The best bet today? Grab your rod and reel or your surfboard, and enjoy the best of what Sand Island has to offer before the winds take over.