Hey there, beachgoers! Time to catch some waves and soak up the sun with your surf zone forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service in San Diego, California.

Let's dive into what's happening on the Orange County Coastal Areas:

Today, we've got a low risk of rip currents, so ride those waves carefree with surf heights ranging from 1 to 3 feet. No thunderstorms expected, and water temperatures are a refreshing 63 to 69 degrees. Check out those tides at Newport Beach - from a low of 0.2 feet to a high of 5.0 feet later tonight. Keep an eye out for that south swell coming in from 170 degrees.

Tomorrow, Thursday, hold onto your boards as the rip current risk ramps up to high! Surf heights will be between 2 to 4 feet, with local sets possibly reaching up to 6 feet. Tides at Newport Beach will fluctuate from a low of 0.6 feet to a high of 4.4 feet. And watch out for that south swell coming in from 180 degrees.

Now, let's head over to the San Diego County Coastal Areas:

Today, the rip current risk is at a moderate level, so be cautious out there. Surf heights ranging from 1 to 3 feet, with no thunderstorms on the horizon. Water temperatures are between 63 to 67 degrees. Tides at La Jolla will vary between a low of 0.2 feet and a high of 5.0 feet. Keep an eye out for that mixed southwest swell and west swell making their way from 220 and 260 degrees.

Tomorrow, Thursday, the rip current risk drops back down to low. Surf heights remain the same at 1 to 3 feet. Tides at La Jolla will again see a low of 0.6 feet and a high of 4.4 feet. Look out for that south swell from 210 degrees.

Remember, when it comes to rip currents:
- Low Risk: unlikely but still possible
- Moderate Risk: possible
- High Risk: likely

Alright, surfers, grab your boards, hit the waves, and enjoy those swells! This has been a Quiet Please Studios audio creation with the help of AI. Please subscribe and never miss a Swell! Thank you for listening.