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Marcus Hook, PA Daily Water Report — September 2, 2026

For those heading to the waters around Marcus Hook today, it's a prime day for boating, kayaking, and diving. With a boating and kayaking score of 8.3/10 and diving at 8.4/10, the conditions are nearly perfect for these activities. The calm waters, with waves at a consistent 0 meters, make for smooth sailing and paddling, while diving enthusiasts can enjoy the stable conditions without any significant wave interference. The wind is gentle, coming from the east-northeast at around 5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 11 knots. This mild breeze won't stir up the waters much, maintaining the calm surface perfect for the activities mentioned above. However, for those looking to sail, the conditions are less ideal with a score of 5.8/10, due to the low wind speeds that may leave sails less filled than desired. Fishing gets a moderate score of 6/10, largely influenced by the solunar periods and tide movements. The best fishing windows align with the solunar major periods from 03:58 to 05:58 and later from 15:58 to 17:58, coinciding with the high tide at 16:29. Although the fishing conditions aren't at their peak, those willing to work with the tides might still find success. Surfing enthusiasts, on the other hand, might want to sit this one out with a score of 4.5/10. The complete absence of swell and wave action doesn't offer much for catching waves. Looking ahead, the weather remains stable and warm, with temperatures peaking around 29 degrees Celsius over the next few days. Winds will pick up slightly, especially on the 4th and 5th, offering better conditions for sailing. For a memorable outing, grab your kayak or diving gear and enjoy the serene waters today—it's as smooth as it gets!

Report date
September 2, 2026
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Permanent PM Brain report
Time basis
Live
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WINDOW IS OPEN

How the water looked at Marcus Hook, PA

The conditions record includes 22.2 °C air temperature, 5.3 knot wind, gusts to 10.9 knots, and 1018.1 hPa pressure.

Ocean: NOAA CoastWatch; Tides: NOAA; Marine: Open-Meteo marine forecast; Weather: Open-Meteo forecast and current conditions

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