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Monterey, CA Daily Water Report — August 26, 2026

Today in Monterey, the water is rolling out the welcome mat for divers, boaters, and surfers, while sailors might find themselves a bit underwhelmed. With a diving score of 8/10, visibility might be low above water, but conditions underwater are prime, thanks to calm seas and a stable temperature of 15.3°C. Boaters and kayakers will enjoy a nearly perfect day with scores of 7.7 and 7.9, respectively, aided by gentle winds from the west-northwest hovering around 1 to 7 knots. Surf's up for those looking to catch a wave, with a 7.5/10 suitability driven by a moderate wave height of 1.04 meters and a steady swell direction. The best time to paddle out is just after dawn for the calmest conditions. Fishing, while slightly less stellar than yesterday, still holds promise with a score of 7/10. The solunar major period from 10:46 to 12:46 should be your target window for reeling in a catch. The waxing gibbous moon, nearly full at 95% illumination, will rise at 18:34, casting a silvery glow over the evening waters. The tides are playing nice with a low of -0.04 meters at 04:30 and peaking at 1.72 meters by 21:57, providing ample opportunities for shoreline explorers to navigate the intertidal zones. Looking ahead, conditions remain comfortable with temperatures ranging from 14.5 to 23.1°C over the next few days, though wave action is set to increase slightly, peaking at 1.8 meters by the 29th. If you're planning to hit the water, tomorrow promises similar conditions, but keep an eye on the swell increase later in the week. For today, the best bet is to grab your scuba gear and explore Monterey's underwater wonderland while the conditions are just right.