Beach Lovers and Wave Chasers! Get ready for a sizzling day along the Outer Banks and Crystal Coast!
Today's looking like a scorcher with temperatures climbing to a toasty 90 degrees and southwest winds howling at 15 to 25 miles per hour. The sun's cranking up the UV index to very high, so sunscreen is your best friend today.
Surf conditions are kicking into high gear with waves ranging from 2 to 6 feet depending on your exact location. Heads up, water warriors - rip current risks are serious business! From the Northern Outer Banks to Ocracoke and down to Cape Lookout, we're seeing moderate to high rip current risks that demand your full attention.
Water temperatures are sitting pretty in the upper 70s to lower 80s, perfect for cooling off. But remember, those rip currents are no joke - they're life-threatening near piers, jetties, and rocky areas.
The Northern Outer Banks will see gentler 2 to 4 foot surf with a moderate rip current risk. Hatteras Island gets more dramatic waves, especially south of Cape Hatteras with 4 to 6 foot swells and a high rip current threat.
Tomorrow's forecast brings a complete weather flip - expect mostly cloudy skies, likely thunderstorms, and continued southwest winds around 15 to 20 miles per hour. The surf will calm slightly but still pack a punch with 2 to 5 foot waves.
Stay alert, stay safe, and enjoy those epic coastal vibes!