Surf's up, beach lovers, but not in the way you might hope! The National Weather Service is sounding the alarm with a high rip current risk that'll have you keeping your toes in the sand today.
From Brooklyn to the Hamptons, we're looking at a cloudy canvas with a chance of rain and some seriously gnarly conditions. Surf height is hovering around 3 to 4 feet, with east winds whipping between 15 and 20 miles per hour that'll make those waves extra treacherous.
Beach temperatures are sitting in the upper 60s, which might tempt you to dip your toes in, but listen up: today is NOT the day for water adventures. The rip current risk is sky-high, meaning these currents could sweep you away faster than you can say "beach day."
UV index is low, so if you're desperate to get outside, at least you won't get scorched. Tide schedules vary by location, with low tides dancing between 11:53 AM and 12:07 PM. Sunrise already happened at around 6:40-6:50 AM, and sunset will paint the sky around 6:36-6:44 PM.
Pro tip: Stay on the beach, not in the water. If you absolutely must enter the surf, have a flotation device, swim near a lifeguard, and remember - if caught in a rip current, float, don't fight. Swim parallel to the shore or signal for help.
This beach forecast is your lifeline today - respect the water, stay safe, and live to surf another day!