Surf's up, beach lovers! Get ready for a Memorial Day weekend that's looking like a mixed bag of coastal conditions.

Today's setting up to be a stunner along the Outer Banks. We're talking mostly sunny skies with temperatures cruising into the lower 70s. The surf will be gentle, with waves around 2 feet, making it perfect for casual swimming and relaxing beach time. Rip current risk is low, so swimmers can breathe easy. Water temperatures are sitting comfortably in the upper 60s, and those UV rays are blazing - so sunscreen is your best friend today.

But hold onto your beach umbrellas, because Memorial Day is bringing some serious changes. A northeast wind is rolling in, cranking up surf heights and rip current dangers. North of Cape Hatteras, we're looking at waves between 2 to 5 feet, which means serious potential for challenging surf conditions. Winds will be howling around 15 to 20 miles per hour, and the sky will be mostly cloudy with a solid chance of showers.

Hatteras Island and Ocracoke are facing moderate to high rip current risks, so water enthusiasts need to stay alert. Thunderstorm potential is moderate, adding an extra layer of excitement to your beach day.

For our friends around Cape Lookout and Atlantic Beach, expect similar conditions - cloudy skies, potential thunderstorms, and winds that'll make your beach umbrella do a little dance.

Bottom line: Today's perfect for sunbathing, tomorrow's for the adventurous. Stay safe, stay smart, and enjoy that Memorial Day beach time!