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Port Angeles, WA Daily Water Report — August 27, 2026

Boating is the top play today, and it’s a strong one. With representative winds around six knots out of the west-northwest and wave heights averaging under half a meter, the Strait of Juan de Fuca is about as cooperative as it gets for getting out on the water. The calmest window falls near 10:00, when wave heights dip to just four centimeters, making the morning hours the prime slot for a smooth run. Sailing and kayaking both score well too—the breeze is enough to fill a sail without overpowering it, and the low swell means a paddle won’t turn into a workout against chop. That 90 percent humidity and mostly cloudy sky are more atmospheric than active; no rain is likely, and visibility around 13 kilometers is fine for navigation. Fishing scores a solid 6.6, though it’s a step down from yesterday’s 8.2. The solunar setup is decent, with a major period peaking around midday, and rising pressure can sometimes steady conditions. But the lack of tide data is a notable gap—without knowing the ebb and flow, timing your approach is more guesswork than usual. Wildlife watching matches the fishing score, and the minor solunar period near dawn could offer some early movement, though the wind stays lightest then as well. Surfing remains unremarkable, with short-period wind waves and a small swell from the southwest; the 4.9 score reflects conditions that are more flat than fun. Compared to the past few days, today’s boating score is the best since at least August 22, thanks to lighter wind and lower waves than the 7-9 knot gusts earlier in the week. The sea surface temperature sits near 14.5°C, so while it’s not warm, it’s typical for late August in these parts. Diving scores aren’t available today, so no verdict there. Looking ahead, the pattern stays favorable through the weekend. Friday and Saturday bring similar light wind and low wave heights, with Saturday looking particularly calm and dry. Sunday holds a slight uptick in rain chance but still manageable conditions. By Tuesday, a wetter system may push through, so plan accordingly. The Strait is handing you a rare late-summer gem—take the morning calm and make it count.