Hey there surfers and beachgoers! Welcome to your ultimate surf forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service. Grab your boards and get ready for some exciting updates on the waves!

Let's dive into the surf forecast for the Mariana Islands issued by the National Weather Service in Tiyan, Guam. As of 3:58 PM ChST on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024, here's what you need to know:

For tonight and Thursday, we can expect a moderate rip current risk for north and east-facing reefs, with low risks for all other reefs. Surf heights range from 4 to 6 feet for north and east-facing reefs, 1 to 3 feet for south and west-facing reefs. Primary swell coming from the east at 3 to 5 feet with an 8-second period. Secondary swell from the north-northeast at 2 feet with a 12-second period. Water temperature at Ritidian buoy is around 86 degrees, with coastal winds blowing from the east at 10 to 20 miles per hour.

Moving to Thursday night, similar conditions persist with a moderate rip current risk, surf heights ranging from 4 to 7 feet for east-facing reefs. The wind will be blowing from the east at 10 to 15 miles per hour. And looking ahead, expect little changes in surf conditions through the weekend with more northeast swell expected.

For tide information over the next 36 hours:
- At Apra Harbor, Guam: High tide at 2.3 feet at 7:33 PM Wednesday.
- At Rota Island: High tide at 2.1 feet at 7:30 PM Wednesday.
- At Tinian Island: High tide at 1.5 feet at 6:59 PM Wednesday.
- At Tanapag Harbor, Saipan: High tide at 2.0 feet at 7:48 PM Wednesday.

Remember, always stay safe in the water. Keep an eye out for rip currents and have a flotation device with you. And most importantly, have a fantastic time catching those waves!

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