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Redwood City, CA Daily Water Report — August 30, 2026

Today in Redwood City, if you're looking to hit the water, it's a prime day for boating with an impressive suitability score of 8.9/10. With the wind barely ruffling at 5 knots from the NNW and gusts only reaching 12.2 knots by late afternoon, the conditions are ripe for a smooth and enjoyable ride. The ocean is as calm as they come, with wave heights and swells registering a flat zero, making for a serene day on the bay. Kayakers and divers will also find today inviting, with scores of 8/10 and 7.3/10 respectively. The water temperature is a comfortable 16.5°C, slightly warmer than average, which should make for a pleasant dip. Visibility stands at a clear 16.3 km, though remember that atmospheric clarity doesn’t equate to underwater visibility. Fishing is decent with a score of 6.4/10, but without tide data, timing your outing with the solunar periods might be your best bet. The major window from 1:44 PM to 3:44 PM could be your golden hour. Chlorophyll levels are very high, indicating a bloom, but don't let that fool you into expecting a feeding frenzy without further evidence. Surfers might want to keep their boards dry today, as the flat conditions continue to yield a low suitability score of 4.5/10. The wind might offer some light sailing opportunities, but it's not much better than yesterday's 5.6/10. Looking ahead, the calm conditions persist through the week with no significant changes in wave height or precipitation. Temperatures will fluctuate mildly, and winds will remain moderate. Your best bet today? Grab a paddle or set sail and enjoy the tranquility of a glassy bay under a wide-open sky.

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August 30, 2026
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How the water looked at Redwood City, CA

The conditions record includes 15.4 °C air temperature, 4.5 knot wind, gusts to 7.6 knots, and 1012.2 hPa pressure.

Ocean: NOAA CoastWatch; Tides: NOAA; Marine: Open-Meteo marine forecast; Weather: Open-Meteo forecast and current conditions

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