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Gig Harbor

Bay · Gig Harbor, Washington

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. NOAA buoy TCNW1, as of Aug 22, 10:30 PM UTC
Water temp
58°F
14°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Washington yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy TCNW1 (9.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:30 PM UTC.

Weather at Gig Harbor

H: 77° L: 58°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
76°
|
Feels like 71°
Precipitation
49%
Humidity
50%
Wind
12 mph
UV Index
3.4
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
62°
3 AM
Overcast
61°
6 AM
Cloudy
60°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
62°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
70°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
77°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
73°
9 PM
Clear
63°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gig Harbor?
Gig Harbor is a bay in Gig Harbor, Washington.
What is the water temperature at Gig Harbor?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Gig Harbor in Gig Harbor, Washington is 58°F (14°C), measured by NOAA buoy TCNW1, 9.2 miles away.
Can you swim at Gig Harbor?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 58°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Gig Harbor rated?
Gig Harbor in Gig Harbor, Washington has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 37 reviews.
What amenities does Gig Harbor have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Gig Harbor include camping-nearby.

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