Water Temperature of Commencement Bay in Tacoma, WA

Current Water Temperature

57.0°F

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 & Aquarium

Commencement Bay

Station 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

Nearby Water Temperatures

White River, Sumner, WA (8.6 mi)
Lake Tapps Diversion, Sumner, WA (8.9 mi)
North Fork Clover Creek, Tacoma, WA (9.4 mi)
White River, Auburn, WA (9.6 mi)
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

70°F
Sunny
Sunny
70°F
76.2°F
61%
N 2.2 mph
2.6 mph
72°F
55°F
0 in
0%
9 mi
1015 mbar
4.1

Five Day Weather Forecast

Sunny
Tue
H: 92°F
L: 61°F
Sunny
Wed
H: 101°F
L: 64°F
Sunny
Thu
H: 81°F
L: 59°F
Sunny
Fri
H: 87°F
L: 54°F
Sunny
Sat
H: 74°F
L: 53°F

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 28.8 μg/m3
PM10: 29.4 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 188 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 23.2 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.7 μg/m3
Ozone: 99 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:35 AM
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:56 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 21 mins
Moonrise: 2:31 PM
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 AM
6:50 PM - 9:20 PM

Minor Periods

2:01 PM - 3:31 PM
12:00 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.


Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
92.3°F
61.3°F
75.2°F
50%
0 in
2%
0%
9.2 mph
8.1


Air Quality

AQI: 2 - Moderate
PM2.5: 25.26 μg/m3
PM10: 25.75 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 172.17 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 21.8 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.11 μg/m3
Ozone: 105 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:35 AM
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:56 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 21 mins
Moonrise: 2:31 PM
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 AM
6:50 PM - 9:20 PM

Minor Periods

2:01 PM - 3:31 PM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
101.4°F
64.1°F
81.5°F
39%
0 in
1%
0%
9.6 mph
8.3


Air Quality

AQI: 2 - Moderate
PM2.5: 17.08 μg/m3
PM10: 18.2 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 178.25 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.27 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.58 μg/m3
Ozone: 104.96 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:36 AM
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:55 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 19 mins
Moonrise: 3:41 PM
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 AM
7:36 PM - 10:06 PM

Minor Periods

3:11 PM - 4:41 PM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
80.7°F
59.1°F
70.5°F
58%
0 in
5%
0%
10.1 mph
7.3


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 13.44 μg/m3
PM10: 14.74 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 148.63 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.87 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.17 μg/m3
Ozone: 72.92 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:37 AM
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:54 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 17 mins
Moonrise: 4:49 PM
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 AM
8:24 PM - 10:54 PM

Minor Periods

4:19 PM - 5:49 PM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Friday, July 24, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
87.1°F
54.4°F
69.7°F
58%
0 in
3%
0%
9.4 mph
7.6


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 6.47 μg/m3
PM10: 8.08 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 104.03 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.71 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.07 μg/m3
Ozone: 47 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:39 AM
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:53 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 14 mins
Moonrise: 5:53 PM
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 AM
9:14 PM - 11:44 PM

Minor Periods

5:23 PM - 6:53 PM
12:24 AM - 1:54 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Saturday, July 25, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
74°F
53.2°F
64.3°F
65%
0 in
7%
0%
11.6 mph
6


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 5.08 μg/m3
PM10: 6.65 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 113.67 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.13 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.5 μg/m3
Ozone: 42.83 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:40 AM
Sun Transit: 1:16 PM
Sunset: 8:52 PM
Daylight: 15 hrs 12 mins
Moonrise: 6:50 PM
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 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Minor Periods

6:20 PM - 7:50 PM
1:03 AM - 2:33 AM

Action Rating: 3 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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