Hey there, beach lovers! Welcome to your surf forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service in Tiyan, Guam. Let's dive right in and see what the ocean has in store for us.
**Surf Zone Forecast for the Mariana Islands**
Issued at 4:14 PM ChST on Sunday, June 16, 2024
**SYNOPSIS:** A moderate risk of rip currents is expected along north and especially east facing reefs through Monday night. A low risk will remain along south and west facing reefs.
For **Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan**:
From 6:00 PM Sunday to 6:00 AM Tuesday
**TONIGHT THROUGH MONDAY NIGHT:**
- **Rip current risk:** Moderate
- **Surf Height:**
- North facing reefs: 3 to 5 feet
- East facing reefs: 6 to 8 feet
- South facing reefs: 1 to 3 feet
- West facing reefs: 1 to 3 feet
- **Swell/Period:**
- Primary swell: East at 4 to 6 feet
- Primary period: 8 seconds
- **Water temperature:** 85 Degrees at Ritidian buoy
- **Maximum afternoon heat index:** Around 103
- **Coastal Winds:** East at 10 to 15 miles per hour
**OUTLOOK:** Surf will subside by 1 to 2 feet along north and east facing reefs on Tuesday, reducing the rip current risk to low for north facing reefs.
**Tide information for the next 36 hours:**
See the forecast for specific locations mentioned above for tide details.
Remember, when it comes to rip currents:
- **Low Risk:** Strong currents can still occur near jetties and reef channels.
- **Moderate Risk:** Wave conditions support stronger or more frequent rip currents.
- **High Risk:** Large waves will produce strong rip currents, especially along narrow reefs and beaches. Swim parallel to the beach if caught in a rip current.
Stay safe out there and catch the waves while enjoying the beautiful Marianas!
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