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Apalachicola, FL Daily Water Report — September 1, 2026

Today's conditions in Apalachicola are a boater's dream, with a high suitability score of 9.2 out of 10. The calm seas and gentle winds make it an ideal day for hitting the water. Kayakers and divers will also find favorable conditions, scoring 8.6 and 8.1 respectively. The wind is a mild 4 knots from the NNE, barely gusting up to 6 knots, and the waves are a gentle 0.26 meters, dropping to a serene 0.16 meters around 7 PM. Fishing enthusiasts have a decent window, with a score of 6.2. The solunar major periods early in the morning and late afternoon might be your best bet to reel in a catch, especially around the high tide at 6:20 AM and the low at 1:37 PM. However, the fishing scene has been steady over the past few days, without much variation in scores. Surfers might want to sit this one out, as the low 4.5 score reflects the small swell of 0.18 meters from 132 degrees, not much to ride on. Sailors might find today a bit underwhelming with a score of 6.3, as the winds are not offering much excitement. The water temperature is a balmy 30.3°C, slightly warmer than average, which should make for a pleasant dive. Visibility is a clear 13.3 km, but remember, that's above the water, not below it. Looking ahead, the weather will be heating up with temperatures climbing past 31°C in the coming days. Winds will pick up slightly tomorrow with a 15-knot peak, so today’s calm is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the water before conditions change. If you’re planning your next adventure, today’s calm waters offer the best bet for a relaxing outing.