Alki Beach Park
Protected Area
Richey Viewpoint Marine Preserve
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - Alki Beach Park offers some of Pacific Northwest's richest shore diving. Water ranges 7-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
Alki Beach Park offers a mellow shore dive, perfect for knocking out some skills or enjoying a casual poke around. You'll likely find a few crabs scuttling past and maybe a friendly octopus peeking from a crevice. It’s an easy entry, making it popular for newer divers or those looking for a quick, convenient dip in the Puget Sound.
Typical Alki Beach Park Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Dive shops near Alki Beach Park
Seattle Dive Tours
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Exotic Aquatics Ltd.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Alki Beach Park
Alki Beach Park Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Alki Beach Park, sourced from NOAA buoy & Copernicus Marine data - nearest station: 9449880 - Friday Harbor, WA (27km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
16.51°C
62°F · Range: 10.5–15.6°C
Air Temperature
15.7°C
60°F
Current Speed
11.4 cm/s
Direction: SE (127.9°)
Salinity
20.02 PSU
Wind Speed
1.6 m/s
3.1 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.6 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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