Water Temperature Map
Interactive monthly water temperatures for major US surf, dive, and open-water swim regions. All data drawn from NOAA National Data Buoy Center climatic averages, paired with the wetsuit thickness that matches.
Pacific Northwest average, Oct
56°F
Recommended thickness
4/3 hooded or 5/4mm
| Buoy | ID | Temp | Suggested suit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonewall Bank, OR | 46050 | 56°F | 4/3 hooded or 5/4mm |
| Astoria Canyon, OR | 46089 | 57°F | 4/3 hooded or 5/4mm |
| Cape Elizabeth, WA | 46041 | 55°F | 4/3 hooded or 5/4mm |
| Neah Bay, WA | 46087 | 54°F | 5/4 hooded |
| Columbia River Bar | 46029 | 58°F | 4/3 hooded or 5/4mm |
Source: NOAA National Data Buoy Center climatic monthly means. Real-time readings vary; this is the long-term average. Live readings: visit ndbc.noaa.gov and search by station ID.
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