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Kings Bay MSF Pier, GA Daily Water Report — August 28, 2026

This is a top-tier day for getting out on the water around Kings Bay, with a decisive verdict favoring nearly every activity. The 9/10 Boating score is the headline, and with good reason. A light, steady SSW breeze at 5 knots, combined with negligible wind waves of just 0.06m and a gentle ocean current, makes for a glassy morning and a manageable afternoon. The incoming tide through the late morning will push clean water in, and the early afternoon low is unusually mild at 0.15m, meaning you won't be fighting exposed mud or oyster bars. The calmest wave heights bottom out near 4 PM at 0.36m, which is a fantastic window for a paddle or a shakedown cruise. Compared to the last few days, this is a clear upgrade from yesterday’s 7.8 Boating score. That day had more breeze at 7.9 knots and lower pressure, making the ride less forgiving. Today, the rising pressure (1018 hPa) and 10% cloud cover mean stable, sun-drenched conditions. That said, keep an eye on the 7:07 AM moonset—the full moon’s pull is strong, and the outgoing tide around dawn will be swift. For anglers, the fishing score of 7.7 aligns with the two major solunar periods, particularly the midday window from 12:27 to 2:27 PM, which coincides with the slack after the low tide. The high chlorophyll reading of 4.33 mg/m³ is a useful indicator of plankton productivity, though it’s not a direct fish finder. The water temperature is a balmy 28.6°C, a full 0.2°C above average, which suggests the summer pattern is holding strong. Divers will appreciate those 8.3 points—calm surface conditions and warm water make for easy entries, but understand that the atmospheric visibility of 13.6 km has no bearing on what you’ll see below the surface. Surfing is a solid but unremarkable 6.1/10. The swell is small at 0.3m from 97 degrees with an 8.35-second period. It’s not a day for heroics, but the lack of onshore chop means any rideable bumps will hold their shape. The 0.42m wave height is a blend of that small swell and almost no wind wave, so expect clean, knee-high rollers best suited for a longboard. For comparison, last week’s 9/10 Sailing day on the 22nd had nearly double the wind (9.7 knots), so today’s lighter air is better suited for a leisurely drift than a race. Looking ahead, the marine forecast holds steady through the weekend. Waves in the 0.5 to 0.6m range starting Saturday with slightly more breeze (peaking near 10 knots) will shift the balance toward a more active sailing setup. By Monday and Tuesday, a subtle swell increase to 0.5m suggests the surf potential might tick up a notch, though it’s marginal. Temperatures climb toward 33°C by mid-week, so the morning windows will become even more precious. Best bet: Get the boat in the water by 9 AM to ride the incoming tide under a high-pressure sky, and you’ll own