Station Name: Tacoma
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents

Elevation Above Sea Level: 16 feet / 5 meters

Sensor Depth: -4.5 feet / -1.4 meters

Nearest Address:
256 Port Center Rd
Tacoma, WA 98421
Pierce County

GPS Coordinates: 47.27, -122.413

Nearby Water Temperatures

Red Flag Warning issued August 23 at 3:21AM PDT until August 24 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 3:21 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 1:30 PM

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet and Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 15 to 25 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 90 to 100 degrees. * STABILITY...Unstable conditions can be expected. * IMPACTS...A dry and unstable air mass with warm temperatures can contribute to active fire behavior. In western Washington, significant growth on existing fires takes place under such conditions. If a fire were to begin, air quality may diminish in the surrounding area.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either imminent or occurring now. Any fires that develop will likely spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. A Fire Weather Watch means that there is a potential for critical fire weather conditions to develop. Monitor the forecasts for possible Red Flag Warnings.

Fire Weather Watch issued August 23 at 3:21AM PDT until August 26 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 3:21 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 1:30 PM

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet and Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 15 to 25 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 90 to 100 degrees. * STABILITY...Unstable conditions can be expected. * IMPACTS...A dry and unstable air mass with warm temperatures can contribute to active fire behavior. In western Washington, significant growth on existing fires takes place under such conditions. If a fire were to begin, air quality may diminish in the surrounding area.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either imminent or occurring now. Any fires that develop will likely spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. A Fire Weather Watch means that there is a potential for critical fire weather conditions to develop. Monitor the forecasts for possible Red Flag Warnings.

Extreme Heat Warning issued August 23 at 3:17AM PDT until August 26 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 3:17 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures ranging from the upper 80s to mid 90s and low temperatures in the mid 60s. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...City of Seattle, Eastside, and Lowlands of Pierce and Southern King Counties. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.

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.

Extreme Heat Warning issued August 23 at 3:17AM PDT until August 26 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 3:17 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures ranging from the upper 80s to upper 90s and low temperatures mostly in the 60s. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, 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, and Foothills and Valleys of Thurston and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.

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 August 23 at 3:17AM PDT until August 26 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 3:17 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures ranging from the mid 80s to 90s expected and low temperatures mostly in the 60s. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Tuesday. * 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.