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Bar Harbor, ME Daily Water Report — August 25, 2026

Today in Bar Harbor, it's a fantastic day to hit the water, especially if you're into kayaking or boating. With a kayaking suitability score of 9.5 out of 10 and boating close behind at 8.9, the conditions are prime for a smooth ride. The sea is relatively calm with wave heights peaking at just 0.6 meters, dipping to the day's low of 0.4 meters around 6 PM. Winds are mild, barely stirring at 0 knots from the west, with only occasional gusts reaching up to 14.8 knots later in the evening. Divers will also find the conditions favorable, scoring a solid 8.7, thanks to the combination of calm seas and a comfortable sea surface temperature of 17.8°C, which is a warm 4.1°C above the historical average. However, visibility is extremely low at just 0.1 km due to dense fog, so extra caution is advised for any activity requiring clear sightlines. Fishing scores have dipped slightly to 6.2 from yesterday’s 6.7, likely influenced by the barometric pressure's steady rise from 1012.1 to 1014.1 hPa, which can sometimes put fish off their bite. The waxing gibbous moon might offer some help during the solunar major periods from 8:16 to 10:16 AM and again from 8:16 to 10:16 PM. Surfing and sailing enthusiasts might find today a bit of a letdown, with scores of 5.4 and 4.6, respectively. The short wave period of 5.5 seconds and minimal wind don't offer much excitement for surfers, while the inconsistent winds and overcast skies make for a less than thrilling sailing day. Looking ahead, the weather remains mild with temperatures ranging from 16.3°C to 26.6°C tomorrow, and minimal chances of rain until the 28th. For today, if kayaking is your game, you've got the best seat in the house.