Hey there, surfers and beachgoers! Welcome to your one-stop-shop for all things surf-related! Today, we're diving into the surf zone forecast for the Mariana Islands brought to you by the National Weather Service in Tiyan, Guam.
**Current Conditions:**
- **Rip Current Risk:** Moderate along east-facing reefs, low for all other reefs.
- **Lightning Risk:** Moderate risk starting Monday.
**Forecast for the next 36 hours (Saturday 6 PM to Monday 6 AM):**
- **Surf Heights:**
- North Facing Reefs: 2 to 4 feet.
- East Facing Reefs: 4 to 6 feet.
- South Facing Reefs: 2 to 4 feet.
- West Facing Reefs: Around 1 foot.
- **Primary Swell:** East at 3 to 5 feet.
- **Primary Swell Period:** 8 seconds.
- **Water Temperature:** 85 to 86 degrees at the Ritidian buoy.
- **Afternoon Heat Index:** Around 99.
- **Coastal Winds:** East at 10 to 15 miles per hour.
**Outlook:**
- Rip current risk may briefly decrease to low for all reefs mid-next week.
Remember to stay safe in the water. If caught in a rip current:
- **Low risk:** Strong currents can still occur near jetties and reef channels. Always have a flotation device.
- **Moderate risk:** Wave conditions support stronger rip currents. Always have a flotation device.
- **High risk:** Large waves can produce strong rip currents. Swim parallel to the beach if caught.
For tide information in the next 36 hours, make sure to check the local schedules for different regions.
And that's a wrap for your Mariana Islands surf forecast! Stay tuned for more updates and happy surfing!
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