Hey there surfers! Welcome to your go-to spot for all things surf zone forecasts. Let's dive into the gnarly details for Orange County Coastal Areas in California and San Diego County Coastal Areas.

First up, in Orange County:

Today, we're looking at a high risk of rip currents, so be sure to stay safe out there! The surf height is ranging from 3 to 6 feet with some local sets reaching up to 7 feet. No thunderstorms expected, and the water temperature is between 64 to 71 degrees. Tides at Newport Beach include some lows and highs throughout the day. Keep an eye out for that south swell from 190 degrees and west swell from 260 degrees.

Moving on to Saturday, the high rip current risk continues. Surf height remains consistent at 3 to 6 feet with local sets up to 7 feet. No thunderstorms on the horizon. Watch out for those tides at Newport Beach and enjoy the south swell from 190 degrees and west swell from 250 degrees.

Down in San Diego County:

Today, also a high risk of rip currents with surf heights ranging from 3 to 5 feet and local sets possibly reaching 6 feet. No thunderstorms expected, and the water temperature is warmer at 70 to 72 degrees. Tides at La Jolla show some fluctuations throughout the day. Keep an eye out for the south swell from 210 degrees and west swell from 270 degrees.

Looking ahead to Saturday, the high rip current risk persists with surf heights maintaining at 3 to 5 feet and local sets up to 6 feet. Thunderstorms are still a no-show, and tides at La Jolla will follow a similar pattern. Watch out for that south swell from 210 degrees and west swell from 260 degrees.

Remember, with high rip currents likely, take extra caution when hitting the waves. Stay safe and have a rad time out there, surfers!

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