Strong winds are uncommon during summer and early fall so wave action should be minimal. The islands are situated quite far from the effects of ocean swells and surf. Divers and snorkelers wear full wetsuits or drysuits in the San Juans. Click here to view hotlinks for weather forecasts . Friday Harbor is accessible by regularly scheduled air flights, tour boats, and ferries.
Most travel itineraries require passing through either Seattle, Vancouver, or Victoria.
From these cities, as well as Bellingham and Anacortes, you can easily connect with one of the many scheduled flights or sailings to Friday Harbor. Flight reservations on the small island carriers should be made far in advance during summer months. Ask about money-saving joint fare arrangements with the larger carriers. Most people reach the island via ferry after driving or bussing to the Anacortes Ferry Terminal. There is no reservation system for the ferries.