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Mostly Cloudy
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Grays Harbor County, WA · Pacific Ocean
Westport Light State Park
1595 W Ocean Ave, Westport, WA 98595
A 560-acre day-use park named for the 107-ft Grays Harbor (Westport) Lighthouse — tallest in Washington, built 1898. The 1.3-mile ADA-accessible concrete Dune Trail boardwalk connects to Westhaven State Park. Top WA surf spot; ocean swimming is discouraged (rip currents).
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
55°F water · 59°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy. High near 59, with temperatures falling to around 57 in the afternoon. South southwest wind around 12 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. West wind 7 to 12 mph.
Weather
- 59°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
45 /100
ok
31 Swim
47 Sunbathe
68 Walk
63 Fish
84 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
59°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
12 mph
SSW
Rain
8%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
Peaks 03 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
59°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Too cold to swim
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:24 AM
Sunset
12:04 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:35 AM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 9:23 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 4:20 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 9:18 PM | Low | 3.9 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
59°
Partly Sunny
3%
55
57°
Rain Showers
85%
13
58°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
12
59°
Mostly Sunny
7%
55
59°
Rain Showers Likely
56%
32
60°
Chance Rain Showers
37%
45
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 59°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
2:20 AM - 3:20 AM
Major
5:50 AM - 7:50 AM
Minor
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Major
6:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paved lots; Washington Discover Pass required.
Dogs
On leash.
Entry Fee
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Address
1595 W Ocean Ave, Westport, WA 98595
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Westport Light State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Westport Light State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Westport Light State Park dog-friendly?
On leash.
Is there an entry fee at Westport Light State Park?
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Are there lifeguards at Westport Light State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Westport Light State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Westport Light State Park?
Amenities at Westport Light State Park include restrooms, showers, boardwalk (ADA), observation deck, picnic tables, surf lessons (seasonal), drinking water.
When is the water warmest at Westport Light State Park?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Westport Light State Park located?
Westport Light State Park is in Grays Harbor County, WA, at 1595 W Ocean Ave, Westport, WA 98595.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS