Surf's up, coastal adventurers! Get ready for an epic day along the Pacific Northwest coastline. We're looking at some seriously sweet swells rolling in today with northwest waves building to a solid 7 to 10 feet - perfect for experienced wave riders but definitely not for the faint of heart.
Long Beach and Seaside are serving up partly cloudy skies with temperatures hovering around a crisp 60 degrees. The northwest winds will be dancing between 5 to 9 miles per hour, creating those classic Pacific coastal conditions that'll make surfers and beach lovers rejoice.
Tide watchers take note - we've got some dramatic tide shifts today. Expect a morning low tide around minus 1 foot, climbing to a robust 6.9-foot high in the afternoon. Lincoln City and surrounding areas will see similar patterns with an additional late night high tide near 8 feet.
Now for the critical safety briefing - these waters are not to be taken lightly. Cold water, sneaker waves, and rip currents are real threats. Those unexpected waves can catch you off guard faster than you can say "wipeout" so stay alert and keep those eyes on the ocean.
Our offshore swells are rolling in at a consistent 8 feet with a 10 to 11 second period - giving some seriously clean wave faces for those skilled enough to tackle them. No thunderstorm potential means clear conditions for coastal exploration.
Sunrise kicks off around 5:24 AM with a gorgeous sunset painting the sky at 9:08 PM - giving you plenty of daylight to enjoy the coastal magic. Whether you're a surfer, photographer, or just a beach wanderer, the Oregon and Washington coast is calling your name.
Stay safe, respect the ocean, and catch those waves responsibly!