Surf's up, coastal adventurers! Get ready for a wild ride along the Oregon and Washington coastline. Today's forecast is serving up some seriously epic wave action that'll make even seasoned surfers take notice.
We're looking at monster surf heights ranging 9 to 13 feet with powerful northwest swells rolling in at 9 feet and a solid 14-second interval. Translation? These waves are going to be powerful and predictable - a surfer's dream scenario.
Long Beach and Seaside are brewing up partly cloudy conditions with temperatures hovering around a crisp 55 degrees. Winds will be blowing northwest at 10 miles per hour, providing just enough texture to keep things interesting. For you early birds, sunrise hits at 6:25 AM, giving you plenty of time to catch those morning sets.
Tide lovers take note. We've got some impressive vertical movement today. Expect high tides around 8.7 feet in the morning and another sweet peak at 6.9 feet in the late afternoon. Low tides will dip down to negative 0.2 feet - perfect for exploring those rocky shoreline nooks.
But wait - safety first. These waters are not for the faint of heart. Cold water, sneaker waves, and rip currents are real threats. Those seemingly innocent waves can suddenly transform into monster surges that catch even experienced ocean lovers off guard.
Looking ahead to Thursday, expect slightly mellower conditions. Surf heights will drop to 5-8 feet with mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing to a pleasant 60 degrees. The northwest swell will calm down to a more manageable 6 feet.
Whether you're a hardcore surfer or a beach wanderer, respect the ocean. Stay alert, watch those waves, and remember - nature calls the shots out here.
Catch you on the flip side, wave riders!