Ahoy there, surfers and beachgoers! Welcome to your Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia surf zone forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, Florida. So grab your boards and let's dive in!
For today, we've got a high rip current risk in effect until late tonight, with surf heights ranging from 3 to 5 feet. Keep an eye out for those powerful currents, my friends. The thunderstorm potential is moderate, so be prepared for some showers and a chance of thunderstorms. The UV index is very high, so slather on that sunscreen, and the water temperature is a warm 80 to 85 degrees. Expect mostly cloudy skies with highs in the mid-80s and brisk northeast winds at 10 to 20 miles per hour.
Moving on to Saturday, the rip current risk drops to moderate, with surf heights of 2 to 4 feet. There's a high chance of thunderstorms, so embrace the showers while enjoying some sunshine. Highs will reach the upper 80s, creating a max heat index of up to 100 degrees. The winds will calm down a bit to around 10 miles per hour from the northeast.
Looking ahead to Sunday through Tuesday, expect surf heights around 2 to 3 feet with a mix of sun, showers, and thunderstorms. Highs will stay in the upper 80s with gentle northeast winds around 5 to 10 miles per hour.
Now, for our Glynn and Camden County beach lovers in Georgia, you've also got a high rip current risk today with surf heights between 3 to 5 feet. Expect moderate thunderstorm potential, very high UV index, and cloudy weather throughout the day. Highs will be in the lower 80s with robust northeast winds at 15 to 20 miles per hour.
On Saturday, the rip current risk decreases to moderate, with surf heights of 2 to 4 feet. You can anticipate some sun peeking through, but showers are likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs will climb to the mid-80s, and the northeast winds will be around 10 to 15 miles per hour.
For Sunday through Tuesday, expect surf heights between 1 to 3 feet with a mix of sun and showers, possibly even some thunderstorms. Highs will linger in the upper 80s with gentle northeast winds around 5 to 10 miles per hour.
Remember to always check for updates on rip currents and weather conditions before hitting the waves, folks! Stay safe and have a blast riding those waves!
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