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Monterey, CA Daily Water Report — August 22, 2026

Today's conditions in Monterey offer a mixed bag for water enthusiasts, with a solid diving day topping the charts at a 7.9/10 suitability score. If you're keen on exploring underwater, the relatively calm waves and decent clarity make this your best bet. Surfing also looks promising with a 7.4/10 score, thanks to a consistent swell of 1.14 meters from the northwest, though the short period of just under five seconds might make for a choppy session. For anglers, a moderate fishing score of 6.3/10 suggests decent luck, especially during the solunar major periods this morning and evening. The waxing gibbous moon should add a little extra magic to those twilight hours. However, the lack of tide data might leave you guessing a bit on the best spots. Sailors and boaters should find the day manageable but not exceptional, with scores hovering around the 6.2-6.3 range. Winds are fairly steady from the west-northwest, with gusts peaking at 12 knots in the evening. It's a similar story for kayakers, who face slightly challenging conditions with wind waves at 0.34 meters and a current moving southward at 0.6 m/s. The sea surface temperature is a comfortable 15.7°C, with a noticeable anomaly of +2.3°C above average, hinting at warmer waters than usual. Visibility is a decent 17 km, though the 89% humidity might make the air feel a touch heavy. Looking ahead, the weather seems to stay mild with temperatures gradually warming through the week and minimal rain chances. Waves are expected to remain in the 1.0-1.4 meter range, with a slight increase by the weekend. If diving is your passion, seize the day—today's conditions are about as good as it gets this week.