Water Temperature of Commencement Bay in Tacoma, WA
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 10:12 AM PDT
Today's Tides
Low: July 21, 5:37 AM, 1.9 ft
High: July 21, 12:03 PM, 8.3 ft
Low: July 21, 4:57 PM, 5.6 ft
High: July 21, 11:15 PM, 11.4 ft
Temperature Locations
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Local Points of Interest
Puyallup River; Blair Waterway; Sitcum Waterway; Puyallup Waterway; Hylebos Waterway; Dalco Passage; Browns Point Lighthouse Park; Point Defiance Zoo & AquariumStation Name: Tacoma
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents
Elevation Above Sea Level: 16 feet
Sensor Depth: -5 feet
Nearest Address:
256 Port Center Rd
Tacoma, WA 98421
Pierce County
GPS Coordinates: 47.27, -122.413
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Taylor Creek, Selleck, WA (27.7 mi)
Cedar River, Cedar Falls, WA (30.8 mi)
Cedar River, Cedar Falls, WA (31.3 mi)
Canyon Creek, Cedar Falls, WA (32 mi)
Weather for Tacoma, Washington
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Tue
H: 92°F
L: 61°F

Wed
H: 101°F
L: 64°F

Thu
H: 81°F
L: 59°F

Fri
H: 87°F
L: 54°F

Sat
H: 74°F
L: 53°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 23.2 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.7 μg/m3
Ozone: 99 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:56 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 21 mins
Moon Transit: 7:20 PM
Moonset: 12:40 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 43.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:00 AM - 4:30 AM6:50 PM - 9:20 PM
Minor Periods
2:01 PM - 3:31 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 8:49PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Effective: Mon July 20, 2026, 8:49 PM
Expires: Tue July 21, 2026, 5:00 AM
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 96 degrees expected and low temperatures 60 to 65 degrees. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Foothills of the Western and Southern Olympic Peninsula, Middle Chehalis River Valley, Southern Hood Canal, Foothills and Valleys of Thurston and Lewis Counties, Lowlands of Lewis and Southern Thurston Counties, and Olympia and Southern Puget Sound. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit wa211.org anytime.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 5:38AM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Effective: Tue July 21, 2026, 5:38 AM
Expires: Tue July 21, 2026, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid 80s to mid 90s today and upper 80s to near 100 Wednesday. Low temperatures 60 to 65 degrees. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Foothills of the Western and Southern Olympic Peninsula, Middle Chehalis River Valley, Southern Hood Canal, Foothills and Valleys of Thurston and Lewis Counties, Lowlands of Lewis and Southern Thurston Counties, and Olympia and Southern Puget Sound. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit wa211.org anytime.
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 8:49PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Effective: Mon July 20, 2026, 8:49 PM
Expires: Tue July 21, 2026, 5:00 AM
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 95 degrees expected and low temperatures from 60 to 65 degrees. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Kitsap County, City of Seattle, Downtown Everett / Marysville Area, Eastside, Foothills and Valleys of Central King County, Foothills and Valleys of Pierce and Southern King Counties, Foothills and Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, Lowlands of Pierce and Southern King Counties, and Shoreline / Lynnwood / South Everett Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit wa211.org anytime.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 5:38AM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Effective: Tue July 21, 2026, 5:38 AM
Expires: Tue July 21, 2026, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 95 degrees expected and low temperatures from 60 to 65 degrees. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Kitsap County, City of Seattle, Downtown Everett / Marysville Area, Eastside, Foothills and Valleys of Central King County, Foothills and Valleys of Pierce and Southern King Counties, Foothills and Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, Lowlands of Pierce and Southern King Counties, and Shoreline / Lynnwood / South Everett Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit wa211.org anytime.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 21.8 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.11 μg/m3
Ozone: 105 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:56 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 21 mins
Moon Transit: 7:20 PM
Moonset: 12:40 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 43.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:00 AM - 4:30 AM6:50 PM - 9:20 PM
Minor Periods
2:01 PM - 3:31 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.27 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.58 μg/m3
Ozone: 104.96 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:55 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 19 mins
Moon Transit: 8:06 PM
Moonset: 12:00 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 55.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:45 AM - 5:15 AM7:36 PM - 10:06 PM
Minor Periods
3:11 PM - 4:41 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.87 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.17 μg/m3
Ozone: 72.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:54 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 17 mins
Moon Transit: 8:54 PM
Moonset: 12:24 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 66.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:32 AM - 6:02 AM8:24 PM - 10:54 PM
Minor Periods
4:19 PM - 5:49 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.71 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.07 μg/m3
Ozone: 47 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:53 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 14 mins
Moon Transit: 9:44 PM
Moonset: 12:54 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 76.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:20 AM - 6:50 AM9:14 PM - 11:44 PM
Minor Periods
5:23 PM - 6:53 PM12:24 AM - 1:54 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.13 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.5 μg/m3
Ozone: 42.83 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:52 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 12 mins
Moon Transit: 10:35 PM
Moonset: 1:33 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 85.2%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:11 AM - 7:41 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Minor Periods
6:20 PM - 7:50 PM1:03 AM - 2:33 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
