Water Temperature of Commencement Bay in Tacoma, WA
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026, 2:36 AM PDT
Today's Tides
Low: June 21, 5:36 AM, 4.0 ft
High: June 21, 10:45 AM, 8.1 ft
Low: June 21, 4:37 PM, 2.1 ft
High: June 21, 11:40 PM, 12.2 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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Clover Creek, Lakewood, WA (9.7 mi)
Duwamish River, Tukwila, WA (16.1 mi)
Duwamish River, Tukwila, WA (17 mi)
Cedar River, Renton, WA (17.7 mi)
White River, Buckley, WA (20.5 mi)
Cedar River, Maple Valley, WA (21.5 mi)
Cedar River, Hobart, WA (23.1 mi)
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

Sun
H: 83°F
L: 51°F

Mon
H: 87°F
L: 53°F

Tue
H: 92°F
L: 58°F

Wed
H: 82°F
L: 51°F

Thu
H: 77°F
L: 48°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.5 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.1 μg/m3
Ozone: 45 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:11 PM
Sunset: 9:10 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 56 mins
Moon Transit: 7:14 PM
Moonset: 12:47 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 38.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
1:56 AM - 4:26 AM6:44 PM - 9:14 PM
Minor Periods
12:44 AM - 2:14 PM12:17 AM - 1:47 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Heat Advisory issued June 20 at 11:40AM PDT until June 24 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Effective: Sat June 20, 2026, 11:40 AM
Expires: Sat June 20, 2026, 7:45 PM
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures between 85 to 95 expected and low temperatures between 55 and 65. This will pose a moderate 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 11 AM Monday 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...Temperatures will peak on Tuesday in the upper 80s to low 90s, but remain in the upper 80s on Wednesday.
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 June 20 at 9:40PM PDT until June 24 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Effective: Sat June 20, 2026, 9:40 PM
Expires: Sun June 21, 2026, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures between 85 to 95 expected and low temperatures between 55 and 65. This will pose a moderate 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 11 AM Monday 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...Temperatures will peak on Tuesday in the upper 80s to low 90s, but remain in the upper 80s on Wednesday.
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: 5.38 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.27 μg/m3
Ozone: 71.33 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:11 PM
Sunset: 9:10 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 56 mins
Moon Transit: 7:14 PM
Moonset: 12:47 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 38.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
1:56 AM - 4:26 AM6:44 PM - 9:14 PM
Minor Periods
12:44 AM - 2:14 PM12:17 AM - 1:47 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 14.04 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.98 μg/m3
Ozone: 80.25 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:11 PM
Sunset: 9:10 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 56 mins
Moon Transit: 7:56 PM
Moonset: 1:02 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 49.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:38 AM - 5:08 AM7:26 PM - 9:56 PM
Minor Periods
1:54 PM - 3:24 PM12:32 AM - 2:02 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 14.62 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.32 μg/m3
Ozone: 88.25 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:12 PM
Sunset: 9:10 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 56 mins
Moon Transit: 8:39 PM
Moonset: 1:18 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 61.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:21 AM - 5:51 AM8:09 PM - 10:39 PM
Minor Periods
3:03 PM - 4:33 PM12:48 AM - 2:18 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 8.05 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.96 μg/m3
Ozone: 67.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:12 PM
Sunset: 9:10 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 56 mins
Moon Transit: 9:23 PM
Moonset: 1:36 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 71.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:04 AM - 6:34 AM8:53 PM - 11:23 PM
Minor Periods
4:13 PM - 5:43 PM1:06 AM - 2:36 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.2 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.03 μg/m3
Ozone: 51.17 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:12 PM
Sunset: 9:10 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 56 mins
Moon Transit: 10:10 PM
Moonset: 1:56 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 81.2%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:49 AM - 7:19 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Minor Periods
5:21 PM - 6:51 PM1:26 AM - 2:56 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
