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Montauk, NY Daily Water Report — August 26, 2026

Today in Montauk, the water beckons with a balanced blend of conditions, making it a great day for diving and boating. Diving scores a solid 7.6/10, thanks to the gentle 4-knot NNW winds and manageable wave heights around 0.54 meters. Visibility is decent at 17.6 km, and with no rain in sight, it's a prime opportunity to explore beneath the surface. Boaters will also find favorable conditions, scoring 7.3/10, with calm seas and mild winds offering a smooth ride. Fishing enthusiasts might find the 6.9/10 score a bit of a mixed bag. While the solunar major period from 9:20 to 11:20 a.m. offers a promising window, the high chlorophyll levels indicate a bloom that could complicate things. Still, with the waxing gibbous moon at 95% illumination, nighttime fishing might be worth a try during the major period from 9:20 p.m. to 11:20 p.m. Surfers, however, might be less thrilled with a score of 5.7/10. The swell is modest at 0.34 meters from 171 degrees, and the wind waves are barely a ripple at 0.04 meters. It’s a day for beginners or those looking to practice their paddling rather than catching epic waves. Looking back, today's conditions are a slight improvement over yesterday’s scores, with diving and boating seeing a boost, while fishing remains steady. The trend continues into the next few days, with a slight uptick in wind speeds and a chance of rain by the 27th and 28th, potentially stirring up the waters a bit more. For the best bet today, slip into your wetsuit and dive into the calm, clear waters before the sun sets. It's a perfect day to explore the underwater world that Montauk has to offer.