Surf's up, coastal adventurers! We're looking at a classic Pacific Northwest summer day along the Oregon and Washington coastline. Today's gonna be mostly cloudy with surf heights ranging from 4 to 6 feet and northwest swells rolling in at a steady 8 seconds.
For our Long Beach and Washington coast friends, expect temperatures hovering around 60 degrees with northwest winds blowing around 9 miles per hour. Seaside and Cannon Beach will see similar conditions with those classic northwest breezes keeping things cool.
Heading south to Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, and Pacific City, temperatures will warm up slightly to the low to mid 60s. Lincoln City joins the party with comparable conditions and that signature northwest swell.
Now listen up - these waters are not for the faint of heart. Cold water, sneaker waves, and rip currents are lurking, ready to catch unsuspecting beachgoers off guard. Those sneaky waves can surge way further up the beach than you'd expect, so keep your eyes peeled and stay alert.
Tides are looking dynamic today with significant vertical movement. We're seeing low tides around 1.3 to 2.2 feet in the early morning and high tides climbing up to 7.6 feet later in the day.
As the day transitions into Thursday, expect surf heights to mellow out slightly to 2 to 4 feet. Winds will start shifting and picking up intensity, so be prepared for changing conditions.
Sunrise kicks off around 5:30 AM and sunset will paint the sky around 9:10 PM - plenty of daylight to enjoy the rugged beauty of the coast. Stay safe, stay smart, and respect the ocean's power.