Surf's up beach lovers! We're diving into the final beach forecast of the season, so grab your sunscreen and let's ride these waves.

We've got a sunny weekend ahead with moderate rip current risks that'll keep you on your toes. Saturday's looking like a perfect beach day with temperatures climbing into the mid to upper 70s across Virginia and the Outer Banks. Expect west winds dancing around 10 to 15 mph and surf heights hovering between 2 to 3 feet - just right for some casual beach fun.

Water temperatures are sitting pretty in the upper 60s, making for a refreshing dip without the deep freeze. The UV index is moderate, so slip on that sunscreen and maybe a light cover-up to keep those rays in check.

Tides will be doing their rhythmic dance all weekend. Ocean City's fishing pier sees low tide around 9:13 AM and high tide at 3:46 PM on Saturday. Virginia Beach and Wachapreague have similar tide schedules, so plan your beach activities accordingly.

Sunday brings similar vibes with southwest winds picking up slightly and rip current risks shifting. Some areas like Virginia Beach and Currituck will see a drop to low rip current risk, so water warriors can breathe a bit easier.

Looking ahead to Columbus Day, expect surf heights between 2 to 5 feet with breezy west winds around 20 mph. Tuesday and Wednesday cool down significantly with highs in the upper 50s to lower 60s and northwest winds blowing.

Remember, surf heights over 4 feet can mean dangerous breaking waves, so stay alert and listen to local lifeguards. This is the last beach forecast until mid-May 2025, so make these final autumn beach days count!

Stay safe, stay stoked, and enjoy the waves!