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Skamokawa, WA Daily Water Report — August 25, 2026

Today in Skamokawa, it’s a prime day for boating and kayaking. With a near-perfect kayaking score of 9.9/10, the conditions are practically inviting you to paddle out. The wind is gentle, hovering around 0 knots with only light gusts, and the water is as flat as a pancake with a wave height of 0 meters. This makes for an ideal and serene paddling experience. Boating enthusiasts will also find today splendid, with a score of 9.8/10. The calm waters and lack of rain make for smooth sailing, though literal sailing might be a bit sluggish with only a 5.6/10 score due to the gentle winds. Today's air temperature is comfortably sitting between 14.8 and 21.6°C, perfect for an extended day out on the water without overheating. Fishing scores have improved to 7.5/10, boosted by favorable solunar periods from 10:05 to 12:05 and again from 22:05 to midnight. The waxing gibbous moon promises some evening action, though the morning's negative low tide could be a challenge. Diving conditions remain stable with an 8.1/10 score, thanks to the calm seas and decent water temperatures at 16.5°C, which is a bit warmer than usual. However, surfers might want to stay ashore, as the lack of waves continues to disappoint with a 4.5/10 score. Looking ahead, the calm conditions persist over the next few days, with no significant changes in wave height or swell. Temperatures will remain mild, and the wind will stay manageable, maintaining good conditions for most water activities. For a truly memorable experience, today is the day to grab your paddle and hit the water. The tranquility of the Columbia River’s estuary is calling.

Report date
August 25, 2026
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How the water looked at Skamokawa, WA

The conditions record includes 16.2 °C air temperature, 0.4 knot wind, gusts to 4.3 knots, and 1013.4 hPa pressure.

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

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