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Bulk Terminal, LA Daily Water Report — August 27, 2026

Boating and kayaking are your go-to calls today at Bulk Terminal, and they are strong ones—both hitting well into the excellent range. Wildlife viewing also stands out, scoring an 8.9 with the waning gibbous moon and light southerly breeze working in your favor. Fishing is respectable at 7.3, though don't expect a banner day. The big story is the water: flat calm. Measured wave height is zero, and that calm holds through the entire forecast period. This is a glassy, nearly motionless surface that makes any wind-powered activity a non-starter for thrill seekers, but it is a gift for anyone who wants a stable platform. The wind today ranges from 2 to just under 9 knots out of the south, with a representative value around 5 knots. That is enough to keep a sailboat moving, but the sailing score of 6.5 reflects the lack of consistent push. Surfing is a write-off at 4.5—no wave energy to work with, and none on the horizon. Compared to the past several days, the boating score has dipped slightly from yesterday's 9.5, and kayaking has slipped from 9.3. The wind is a touch stronger than the near-calm we saw on the 25th, but the trade-off is better wildlife potential and slightly improved fishing over the 7.1 we saw two days ago. The pressure is stable, the air is warm, and the brief rain window around midday amounts to nothing measurable. Tide data is unavailable, so time your approach to the shallow edges with local knowledge. The absence of tide information is a meaningful gap for shoreline exploration and low-tide critter spotting, but the wildlife score remains high based on the solunar periods and light wind. Looking ahead, the flat calm persists through at least Tuesday, with wave heights pinned at zero. Wind picks up a bit on Sunday, gusting near 16 knots, which should finally put some life into sailing. Rain chances increase early next week, but nothing looks disruptive. Best bet: get on the water before the afternoon breeze fades and enjoy the rare stillness while the wildlife cooperates.