Gale Warning
Offshore Waters Forecast
NWS Ocean Prediction Center Washington DC
738 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
Washington and Oregon waters-
Inner waters from 60 nm to 150 nm offshore.
Outer waters from 150 nm to 250 nm offshore.
Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.
PZZ800-050445-
Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater between 60 NM and 150 NM
offshore-
738 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
...GALE WARNING...
.TODAY...W to NW winds 5 to 15 kt. Seas 5 to 6 ft. Chance of
rain with vsby 1 nm or less.
.TONIGHT...W winds 5 to 15 kt, becoming W to SW 10 to 20 kt.
Seas 5 to 6 ft.
.FRI...W winds 10 to 20 kt, increasing to 20 to 30 kt. Seas 7 to
12 ft. Chance of rain.
.FRI NIGHT...W winds 25 to 35 kt, becoming 25 to 30 kt. Seas
12 to 20 ft.
.SAT...W winds 15 to 25 kt. Seas 12 to 17 ft.
.SAT NIGHT...W to SW winds 5 to 15 kt, becoming S 10 to 20 kt.
Seas 9 to 11 ft.
.SUN...W to SW winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 9 to 11 ft.
.SUN NIGHT...W winds 10 to 20 kt, becoming SW 10 to 15 kt. Seas
10 to 13 ft.
.MON...S to SW winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 10 to 14 ft.
.MON NIGHT...SW winds 20 to 30 kt, becoming W 10 to 20 kt. Seas
13 to 15 ft.
$$
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Seattle WA
117 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
WAZ331-041730-
/O.CON.KSEW.CF.Y.0005.251204T1700Z-251204T2300Z/
/O.CON.KSEW.CF.A.0002.251205T1700Z-251205T2300Z/
Grays Harbor County Coast-
117 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS
MORNING TO 3 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING
THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding is
expected. Inundation of around 2 feet above ground level is
possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. For the
Coastal Flood Watch, moderate coastal flooding is possible.
Inundation of 2 to 2.5 feet above ground level is possible along
shorelines and low-lying coastal areas.
* WHERE...Grays Harbor County Coast zone.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM this morning
to 3 PM PST this afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from
Friday morning through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding will occur in the hours
around high tide, at around 1130 AM Thursday and 1200 PM Friday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Portland OR
955 PM PST Wed Dec 3 2025
ORZ101-WAZ201-050000-
/O.EXP.KPQR.BH.S.0016.000000T0000Z-251204T0600Z/
/O.CON.KPQR.CF.Y.0005.251204T1700Z-251204T2300Z/
/O.CON.KPQR.CF.Y.0006.251205T1700Z-251205T2300Z/
Clatsop County Coast-South Washington Coast-
955 PM PST Wed Dec 3 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY FOR MINOR TIDAL OVERFLOW REMAINS IN
EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM PST THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY FOR MINOR TIDAL OVERFLOW REMAINS IN
EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM PST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the first Coastal Flood Advisory, tidal overflow
flooding expected. For the second Coastal Flood Advisory,
tidal overflow flooding expected.
* WHERE...In Oregon, Clatsop County Coast. In Washington, South
Washington Coast.
* WHEN...For the first Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM to 3 PM
PST Thursday. For the second Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM
to 3 PM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Total tide of up to 11.3 feet at Toke Point and up to
10.6 feet at Tongue Point will result in minor flooding up to
one foot above ground level during high tides in low lying areas
near bays, sloughs, and in the lower reaches of coastal rivers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that tidal overflow flooding is
expected. Coastal residents in the warned area should be alert
for rising water, and take appropriate action to protect life and
property.
&&
$$
Small Craft Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
201 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
PZZ210-050200-
/O.CON.KPQR.SC.Y.0143.251204T2200Z-251205T0200Z/
Columbia River Bar-
201 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 6 PM PST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Rough bar conditions expected during a very strong ebb
current of 7.5 kt at 349 PM Thursday. Seas 9 to 10 ft.
* WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar.
* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 6 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft,
especially when operating near to, or attempting to cross, the
Columbia River Bar.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Small Craft Advisory means that wave conditions are expected to
be hazardous to small craft in the vicinity of the Columbia River
Bar. Mariners are advised to obtain the latest bar conditions
from the United States Coast Guard before attempting to cross the
bar.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service, visit:
https://www.weather.gov/portland/marine
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
201 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
PZZ251-271-050215-
/O.EXB.KPQR.SC.Y.0143.251204T1600Z-251204T2200Z/
/O.NEW.KPQR.SC.Y.0144.251205T1200Z-251206T1200Z/
Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out
10 NM-
Waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR from 10 to 60 NM-
201 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 2 PM
PST THIS AFTERNOON...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM FRIDAY TO 4 AM PST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, seas 4 to 6 ft at
13 seconds and southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25
kt expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, seas 10 to
15 ft at 12 seconds and west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up
to 30 kt expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon
OR out 10 NM and Waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon
OR from 10 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...Small Craft Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 2 PM
PST this afternoon. Small Craft Advisory, from 4 AM Friday to
4 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
Gale Watch
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
205 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
PZZ130-041815-
/O.NEW.KSEW.GL.A.0022.251205T2100Z-251206T1200Z/
West Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca-
205 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts of 35 kt and seas 9 to
14 ft possible.
* WHERE...West Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca.
* WHEN...From Friday afternoon through late Friday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
205 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
PZZ131-132-041815-
/O.NEW.KSEW.GL.A.0022.251205T2100Z-251206T1500Z/
Central U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca-
East Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca-
205 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY
MORNING...
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt possible.
* WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East
Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca.
* WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized gusts of 40 kt possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/seattle
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
205 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
PZZ150-170-173-176-041815-
/O.NEW.KSEW.GL.A.0022.251205T1800Z-251206T1200Z/
Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island Out 10 Nm-
Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island 10 To 60 Nm-
Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville 10 To 60 Nm-
Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater 10 To
60 Nm-
205 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts of 35 kt and seas 12
to 17 ft possible.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater
10 to 60 nm, and Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James
Island Out 10 Nm.
* WHEN...From Friday morning through late Friday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.
&&
$$
Coastal Flood Watch
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Seattle WA
117 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
WAZ331-041730-
/O.CON.KSEW.CF.Y.0005.251204T1700Z-251204T2300Z/
/O.CON.KSEW.CF.A.0002.251205T1700Z-251205T2300Z/
Grays Harbor County Coast-
117 AM PST Thu Dec 4 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS
MORNING TO 3 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING
THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding is
expected. Inundation of around 2 feet above ground level is
possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. For the
Coastal Flood Watch, moderate coastal flooding is possible.
Inundation of 2 to 2.5 feet above ground level is possible along
shorelines and low-lying coastal areas.
* WHERE...Grays Harbor County Coast zone.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM this morning
to 3 PM PST this afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from
Friday morning through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding will occur in the hours
around high tide, at around 1130 AM Thursday and 1200 PM Friday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
$$
