Surf's up, coastal adventurers! Buckle up for a wild ride along the Oregon and Washington coastline. Mother Nature's serving up some seriously gnarly conditions that'll make even seasoned wave chasers think twice.
We're looking at monster surf heights ranging 10 to 14 feet today, with powerful west swells pushing 9-foot waves at a solid 15-second interval. For those keeping score, there's a bonus southwest swell mixing things up around 3 feet at 7 seconds.
From Long Beach to Lincoln City, expect a moody maritime mix - mostly cloudy skies with rain dancing across the horizon. Temperatures will hover around a crisp 50 degrees, with southwest winds howling between 21 to 24 miles per hour today.
Tomorrow brings a slight calming - surf drops slightly to 8 to 13 feet, winds shift southerly and mellow out to 6 to 10 miles per hour. Expect mostly cloudy skies with a chance of hit-and-run showers.
But here's the real talk - this isn't your casual beach day. Cold water, sneaker waves, and rip currents are legit threats. These aren't your friendly neighborhood waves - these are maritime monsters ready to catch unsuspecting beachgoers off guard.
Pro tip: A sneaker wave can rocket up the shore way beyond expected boundaries, catching you completely by surprise. Rip currents are like liquid highways pulling straight out to sea.
Bottom line - respect the ocean. Stay alert, keep your distance, and remember: the waves are always watching. Stay safe out there, wave warriors!