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Cape Disappointment, WA Daily Water Report — August 24, 2026

Today at Cape Disappointment, the elements offer a mixed bag for water enthusiasts. If diving is your passion, you're in luck—today scores a solid 8.2 out of 10, matching yesterday's excellent conditions. The calmest waters will be around 10:00 AM with wave heights at a manageable 0.84 meters, making it an ideal time to explore beneath the surface. Boaters and sailors will also find favorable windows, with boating hitting 7.5 and sailing at 7.8. The wind is steady from the north-northeast at 7 knots, with gusts up to 11, giving sailors a decent breeze to work with. The air temperature will hover around a comfortable 21.6°C, so you won't need to bundle up too much. Fishing enthusiasts should aim for the solunar major periods—especially the late evening session from 9:18 to 11:18 PM. The fishing score is a respectable 7, slightly down from yesterday, but still promising. The waxing gibbous moon, rising at 6:10 PM, should enhance your chances as it approaches full. Surfers might find conditions a tad underwhelming today with a score of 6.6. The waves are peaking at just over a meter with a short period, which might not provide the thrilling rides you're hoping for. Kayakers will face a slightly challenging day, scoring 5.7, due to the ocean current moving at 0.7 m/s toward 180 degrees. Looking ahead, the weather remains stable with only a slight chance of rain creeping in by the weekend. Winds are expected to remain light, which should keep the water conditions fairly consistent through the end of the month. For those seeking the best experience today, diving stands out as the top pick. Get your gear ready and dive into the clear, inviting waters of Cape Disappointment.