Water Temperature of the Pacific Ocean Near Santa Barbara, CA

Current Water Temperature

61.2°F

Measurement Time: Sunday, January 4, 2026, 4:40 PM PST

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Local Points of Interest

Channel Islands National Park

Pacific Ocean

Station Name: EAST SANTA BARBARA - 12NM Southwest of Santa Barbara, CA
Station Type: Other
Data Source: National Data Buoy Center

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Nearest Address:
Offshore
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Santa Barbara County

GPS Coordinates: 34.241, -119.839

Nearby Water Temperatures

Hilton Canyon Creek, Santa Ynez, CA (25 mi)
Santa Ynez River, Santa Ynez, CA (25.5 mi)
Santa Ynez River, Santa Ynez, CA (26.4 mi)
Santa Ynez River, Solvang, CA (29.5 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Gaviota, CA (36 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Santa Cruz Island, CA (36.2 mi)
Santa Ynez River, Lompoc, CA (43.1 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Lompoc, CA (55.6 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica, CA (56.5 mi)
Pacific Ocean, San Nicolas Island, CA (70.6 mi)
Los Angeles River, Encino, CA (76.8 mi)
Santa Monica Bay, Santa Monica, CA (78.3 mi)
Los Angeles River, Sherman Oaks, CA (78.6 mi)
San Luis Obispo Bay, Avila Beach, CA (82.5 mi)
Los Angeles Harbor, Los Angeles, CA (96.7 mi)

Weather Near Santa Barbara, California

Current Weather

55°F
Light drizzle
Light drizzle
56°F
58°F
96%
ESE 2.2 mph
3.3 mph
58.1°F
55.9°F
0.01 in
0%
8 mi
1015 mbar
0

Five Day Weather Forecast

Moderate rain
Sun
H: 61°F
L: 55°F
Overcast
Mon
H: 55°F
L: 49°F
Sunny
Tue
H: 60°F
L: 49°F
Sunny
Wed
H: 65°F
L: 48°F
Sunny
Thu
H: 64°F
L: 45°F

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 3.75 μg/m3
PM10: 5.05 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 167.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.55 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.05 μg/m3
Ozone: 68 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:06 AM
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 5:03 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 57 mins
Moonrise: 6:45 PM
Moon Transit: 1:03 AM
Moonset: 8:27 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 98.1%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:33 AM - 3:03 AM
8:54 AM - 11:24 AM

Minor Periods

6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
7:57 AM - 9:27 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Beach Hazards Statement issued January 4 at 1:23AM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:23 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Minor coastal flooding due to abnormally high tides between 7.0 and 7.5 feet and gusty southerly winds. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 1:23AM PST until January 4 at 1:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:23 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 10 to 14 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM this morning to 1 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


High Surf Advisory issued January 4 at 1:23AM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:23 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 10 to 14 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM this morning to 1 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 6:54AM PST until January 4 at 1:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 6:54 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 10 to 14 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 PM PST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


High Surf Advisory issued January 4 at 6:54AM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 6:54 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 10 to 14 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 PM PST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


Beach Hazards Statement issued January 4 at 6:54AM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 6:54 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Minor coastal flooding due to abnormally high tides between 7.0 and 7.5 feet and gusty southerly winds. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


High Surf Advisory issued January 4 at 1:16PM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:16 PM
Expires: Mon January 5, 2026, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 10 to 14 feet with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 PM PST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


Beach Hazards Statement issued January 4 at 1:16PM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:16 PM
Expires: Mon January 5, 2026, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Minor coastal flooding due to abnormally high tides between 7.0 and 7.5 feet and gusty southerly winds. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 1:03PM PST until January 4 at 6:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:03 PM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 6:00 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County in Southwest CA. * WHEN...Until 600 PM PST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water, mud, or rocks over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1257 PM PST, Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain with rainfall rates of 0.25 to 0.5 inches per hour with locally up to 1 inch per hour possible. Minor mudslides or debris flow are possible, especially near steep terrain or recent burn scars such as the Lake, Gifford, or Madre burn scars. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Santa Ynez, Point Conception, Montecito, Carpinteria, Solvang, Vandenberg, Los Alamos, Highway 101, Isla Vista, Orcutt, Cuyama, Goleta and Guadalupe. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 1:23AM PST until January 4 at 1:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:23 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM this morning to 1 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


High Surf Advisory issued January 4 at 1:23AM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:23 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM this morning to 1 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 9:44AM PST until January 4 at 11:45AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 9:44 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 11:45 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of western Ventura County in Southwest California. * WHEN...Until 1145 AM PST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 941 AM PST, Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain with rates up to around 0.5 inches per hour. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Western Ventura, Ojai, Meiners Oaks, and highway 101 between La Conchita and Ventura. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.


Coastal Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 6:54AM PST until January 4 at 1:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 6:54 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 PM PST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


High Surf Advisory issued January 4 at 6:54AM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 6:54 AM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 PM PST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


Special Weather Statement issued January 4 at 4:07PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 4:07 PM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 5:00 PM

At 402 PM PST, Doppler radar was tracking lines of strong showers and possible thunderstorms approaching Point Mugu in southern Ventura county. Newbury Park, or near Thousand Oaks, moving northeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.Cannot rule out a brief, weak tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations possibly impacted include... Western Malibu... Point Mugu State Park... Newbury Park... Westlake Village... and Kanan Dume Road through the Santa Monica Mountains.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.


Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 2:12PM PST until January 4 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 2:12 PM
Expires: Sun January 4, 2026, 9:00 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Ventura County in Southwest CA * WHEN...Until 900 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water, mud, or rocks over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 205 PM PST, Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain with rainfall rates of 0.25 to 0.5 inches per hour with locally up to 1 inch per hour possible. Minor mudslides or debris flow are possible, especially near steep terrain or recent burn scars such as the Mountain burn scar. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Oxnard, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Ventura, Camarillo, Fillmore, western Malibu, Ojai, Moorpark, Santa Paula, Port Hueneme, Carpinteria, Rose Valley, Newbury Park, Lockwood Valley, Point Mugu, La Conchita and Rincon Point. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.


High Surf Advisory issued January 4 at 1:16PM PST until January 5 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Sun January 4, 2026, 1:16 PM
Expires: Mon January 5, 2026, 8:00 AM

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 PM PST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 8am and 11 am. Surf is expected to build and peak during the afternoon hours today.

Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.


Sunday, January 4, 2026

Weather Forecast

Moderate rain
61.2°F
55°F
58.5°F
90%
0.34 in
87%
0%
8.3 mph
0.3


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 4.61 μg/m3
PM10: 6.29 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 147.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.43 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.38 μg/m3
Ozone: 74.76 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:06 AM
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 5:03 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 57 mins
Moonrise: 6:45 PM
Moon Transit: 1:03 AM
Moonset: 8:27 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 98.1%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:33 AM - 3:03 AM
8:54 AM - 11:24 AM

Minor Periods

6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
7:57 AM - 9:27 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Monday, January 5, 2026

Weather Forecast

Overcast
54.5°F
49.3°F
52.4°F
83%
0 in
0%
0%
6.7 mph
0.5


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 3.78 μg/m3
PM10: 5.11 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 156.89 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.61 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.11 μg/m3
Ozone: 75.36 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:06 AM
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 5:04 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 58 mins
Moonrise: 7:55 PM
Moon Transit: 2:00 AM
Moonset: 9:06 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 93.7%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

1:30 AM - 4:00 AM
9:49 AM - 12:19 AM

Minor Periods

7:25 PM - 8:55 PM
8:36 AM - 10:06 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
59.7°F
49.1°F
53.8°F
75%
0 in
0%
0%
9.8 mph
0.5


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 4.05 μg/m3
PM10: 5.31 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 149.97 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.19 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.2 μg/m3
Ozone: 76.4 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:06 AM
Sun Transit: 12:05 AM
Sunset: 5:05 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 59 mins
Moonrise: 9:02 PM
Moon Transit: 2:52 AM
Moonset: 9:38 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 87.1%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

2:22 AM - 4:52 AM
10:39 AM - 1:09 PM

Minor Periods

8:32 PM - 10:02 PM
9:08 AM - 10:38 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
65.1°F
48.3°F
54.9°F
72%
0 in
0%
0%
10.1 mph
0.5


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 6.97 μg/m3
PM10: 8.23 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 200.35 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.14 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.31 μg/m3
Ozone: 51.24 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:06 AM
Sun Transit: 12:05 AM
Sunset: 5:06 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs mins
Moonrise: 10:04 PM
Moon Transit: 3:38 AM
Moonset: 10:06 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 78.6%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

3:08 AM - 5:38 AM
11:25 AM - 1:55 PM

Minor Periods

9:34 PM - 11:04 PM
9:36 AM - 11:06 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
64.1°F
44.8°F
51.3°F
65%
0 in
0%
0%
10.5 mph
0.5


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 5.17 μg/m3
PM10: 7.82 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 155.8 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.64 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.66 μg/m3
Ozone: 60.15 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:06 AM
Sun Transit: 12:06 AM
Sunset: 5:06 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs mins
Moonrise: 11:04 PM
Moon Transit: 4:22 AM
Moonset: 10:32 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 68.7%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

3:52 AM - 6:22 AM
12:07 AM - 2:37 PM

Minor Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
10:02 AM - 11:32 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

The times presented here are based upon the solunar theory, which is the idea that the movements of fish and other animals are affected by the location of the sun and moon. The major periods are believed to be the times of the greatest animal activity and occur when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot (lunar transits). The minor periods also see increased activity and occur when the moon is rising or setting. The strongest activity occurs during full or new moons, and the weakest during quarter or three quarter moons. This is indicated by the Action Rating.

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