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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
Skip the beach today.
76% rain · 58°F water · 59°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Rain after 2pm. Cloudy. High near 59, with temperatures falling to around 57 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain. Cloudy. Low around 54, with temperatures rising to around 56 overnight. South southwest wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 59°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 76% rain — wet day — beach day is off
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
8 /100
skip
3 Swim
0 Sunbathe
18 Walk
45 Fish
69 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
59°F
Cloudy then Light Rain
Wind
5 to 8 mph
SW
Rain
76%
Today
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
59°F
Light Rain
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
3:58 PM
3.4 ft · in 1.2h
Barometer
29.96 inHg
1015 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:22 AM
Sunset
12:15 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:28 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:04 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 3:58 PM | Low | 3.4 ft |
| 10:20 PM | High | 8.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
59°
Light Rain
81%
13
60°
Light Rain Likely
62%
32
59°
Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
25%
42
59°
Mostly Cloudy
8%
48
59°
Mostly Cloudy
6%
48
59°
Mostly Cloudy
10%
48
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 58°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 76% chance of rain
- 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.
Major
11:30 PM - 1:30 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
11:50 AM - 1:50 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