Hey there, beach lovers! It's time for your Maine surf zone forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service in Gray, ME. Let's dive in and catch those waves!
For Coastal Rockingham, including Portsmouth and Hampton:
Today, expect sunny skies with a surf height around 2 feet. Highs will be in the mid-50s with west winds at 15 mph. Water temperature is at a chilly 57 degrees, so make sure to stay warm out there! Tides are high at 9.8 feet at Hampton Beach around 10:39 AM EDT.
Looking ahead, Thursday brings more sun with highs in the upper 50s and a slightly smaller surf around 1 foot. Be sure to keep an eye on the tides for some wave-catching opportunities.
For Coastal York, including Old Orchard and Wells:
Today's weather is mostly sunny with a surf height of around 3 feet. Expect northwest winds around 20 mph and highs in the mid-50s. Water temperatures are similar, so grab your wetsuit! Tides are high at Old Orchard Beach at 10.5 feet around 10:25 AM EDT.
Thursday continues with sunny skies, highs in the mid-50s, and a decreasing surf height to around 1 foot by the afternoon. Check out the tides at Wells Beach for some timing on your beach session.
And for Coastal Cumberland, encompassing Scarborough and Higgins:
Today, count on sunny weather with a surf height around 3 feet. Northwest winds will blow at 15 mph with highs in the mid-50s. Remember, the water temperature is 56 degrees, so be prepared for a chill! Tides at Higgins Beach are high at 10.5 feet at 10:25 AM EDT.
Looking forward to Thursday, expect sunny conditions with highs in the upper 50s and a surf around 1 foot. The winds will shift from north to southwest through the day for some varied surf conditions. Don't miss out!
Remember, always be aware of rip current risks, bring your buoyancy aids, and enjoy the beauty of the ocean responsibly. Catch some waves and soak up that vitamin D, surfers!
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