Surf's up, wave riders! Buckle up for a wild weekend along the Southern California coast. Today might look like a mellow scene with small 1 to 3 foot waves rolling in from the west, but Sunday is where things get seriously spicy.
Coastal waters are currently sitting in the chilly 58 to 67 degree range - so grab that wetsuit before paddling out. Newport Beach and La Jolla are about to experience some serious maritime mood swings.
Tomorrow brings the drama with surf heights climbing to 3 to 5 feet - potentially reaching 6 foot sets in San Diego. The swell direction is a complex mix coming from multiple angles: west swells dancing between 240 and 270 degrees, with a bonus south swell sliding in around 190 degrees.
Here's the critical intel for all you ocean enthusiasts: Rip current risk is blowing up from low to HIGH. Translation - the ocean is about to get wild and potentially dangerous. Lifeguards are basically saying proceed with extreme caution.
Tide charts are showing some interesting vertical movements. Newport Beach and La Jolla will experience dramatic tide shifts ranging from negative 0.1 feet to nearly 5 feet throughout the day. Morning low tides hit around 8:30 AM and evening lows drop around 6-8 PM.
Bottom line: Sunday looks like a high-octane surf day with serious potential for epic conditions - but also serious risk. Stay alert, know your limits, and maybe bring a buddy. Surf safe and shred responsibly!