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Washington, DC Daily Water Report — September 3, 2026
Today's conditions in Washington, DC are tailor-made for a serene day on the water. Boating and kayaking enthusiasts, rejoice—calm waters and light winds make for nearly perfect conditions, scoring a stellar 9.5/10 and 9.3/10, respectively. With wind speeds hovering around 2 knots and wave heights at a flat zero meters, it's an ideal day to glide smoothly across the surface without a care in the world. Fishing gets a respectable 7/10, buoyed by favorable solunar periods. Early risers will find the major solunar period from 5:03 to 7:03 AM particularly promising, coinciding with the low tide at 8:02 AM. The pressure is falling slightly, which could add a bit of intrigue to the action below the surface. Surfers may want to sit this one out, as the ocean remains as flat as a pancake, with a surfing score of just 4.5/10. The lack of waves and swell means your board is best left waxed and ready for another day. Sailors, too, may find today a bit leisurely, with a score of 5.6/10, as the gentle breezes won't provide much of a challenge. Wildlife watchers will find today slightly better than recent days, with a score of 7.4/10. The waning gibbous moon and mild winds offer a decent chance to spot some local fauna, especially during the solunar peak around dusk. Looking ahead, the weather remains inviting with temperatures cooling slightly after today’s peak of 36.5°C. Winds will stay mild, and the chance of rain increases slightly by the weekend. If you're planning an outing, mark your calendar for September 6th when cooler temperatures and minimal rain chances create the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures. For a truly memorable outing, grab your kayak or boat and take advantage of today's glassy waters—it's as good as it gets.
- Report date
- September 3, 2026
- Report status
- Permanent PM Brain report
- Time basis
- Live
- Top activity
- WINDOW CLOSED
How the water looked at Washington, DC
The conditions record includes 23 °C air temperature, 2.1 knot wind, gusts to 7 knots, and 1015.5 hPa pressure.
Ocean: NOAA CoastWatch; Tides: NOAA; Marine: Open-Meteo marine forecast; Weather: Open-Meteo forecast and current conditions
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