CatchWindow fishing intelligence

Seattle, WA Daily Water Report — October 5, 2026

Seattle gets an emphatic go for calm-water plans on October 5, with boating the standout at 8.4/10 and kayaking, diving, and fishing all landing in solid territory. This is a notably quiet marine day: forecast wave height, swell, and wind waves are all 0 m, while northeast wind stays light, generally under 5 knots. That makes the water invitingly manageable, not automatically consequence-free; cold-season layers, tide timing, and normal on-water judgment still matter. The best all-around daylight window runs from the morning low through the afternoon high tide. Low water arrives at 6:42 AM at just 0.03 m, useful for shoreline explorers who want maximum exposed ground, but it also means a substantial flood tide follows. The high of 3.35 m arrives at 2:41 PM, so plan launches, landings, and shoreline routes with that rising water in mind. For anglers, the 8:04–10:04 AM solunar major period is the clearest timing play, with a second major period from 8:04–10:04 PM after sunset. Fishing’s 7.6/10 is supported by light wind, rising pressure, and favorable tide and solunar inputs—not a promise of catches. Wildlife earns the day’s highest model score, 9.2/10, helped by the early low-tide proximity and light wind. The 14:34–15:34 minor solunar period overlaps the afternoon high-tide phase, offering a worthwhile second look for patient shoreline observers. Keep the distinction clear: the forecast’s 15.1 km atmospheric visibility says nothing about underwater visibility, and no marine temperature is available for divers. Sailing is workable at 6.4/10, but the same calm that flatters paddlers and small boats leaves little breeze for those hoping to make a proper sail of it. The strongest gusts are only forecast around 7.4 knots near 3 PM. Compared with the reconstructed recent CatchWindow run, boating matches the best recent 8.4, fishing improves on yesterday’s 7.4, and wildlife makes a sharp jump from 7.7. The next three days remain mostly dry and light-wind, with near-flat seas continuing through Wednesday; Thursday introduces a possible 0.4 m wave range and a 25% rain chance. Best bet: launch after the 6:42 AM low, fish the 8:04–10:04 AM major period, and enjoy the rare luxury of water that has misplaced its wrinkles.