Surf's up, beach lovers! Get ready for an epic weekend along the Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia coastlines. Today's looking like a scorcher with temperatures climbing into the low 80s and mostly sunny skies.
But hold onto your surfboards - we've got a high rip current risk that'll keep even the most experienced wave riders on their toes! The surf is pumping with 3 to 4-foot waves that are going to challenge your skills. Southeast winds will be cranking up from 10 to 15 mph in the morning, then ramping to 15 to 20 mph by afternoon.
Beach-goers, listen up! The water's sitting at a comfortable 70 degrees, perfect for those looking to cool down. Just be extra cautious out there - those rip currents are no joke. We're talking life-threatening conditions that can catch even seasoned swimmers off guard.
For all you sun worshippers, the UV index is cranked to very high, so slather on that sunscreen and protect your skin. Early morning might greet you with some patchy fog, but it'll burn off quickly.
Quick tide check: If you're planning beach activities, mark your calendars. Low tides hit around 9:15 to 9:47 AM, with high tides rolling in between 3:09 and 4:00 PM across various beach spots from Fernandina to St. Augustine.
Sunday's looking similar with a moderate rip current risk, 3-foot surf, and those same low 80s temperatures. The wind will dial back slightly to 10 to 15 mph from the south.
Looking ahead, Monday brings a chance of showers with slightly smaller surf, and Tuesday's going to cool things down dramatically with temperatures dropping to the upper 60s.
Stay safe, stay stoked, and enjoy those waves!