Hey there surfers! Welcome to your Northern and Central California surf zone forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area. Let's dive into the waves for today and tomorrow:
Starting with Sonoma and Marin County Coastal Areas:
Today, get ready for some solid waves with heights ranging from 7 to 11 feet on the west-facing beaches and 3 to 6 feet on the south-facing beaches. The weather will be mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain. High temperatures will range from 55 to 72 degrees, and you can expect a light southwest wind at 2 miles per hour. Tides will be all over the place today, so make sure to check them before heading out.
Looking ahead to Sunday, the surf heights will remain in the 6 to 9 feet range. The weather will be mostly cloudy with rain on the horizon. High temperatures will be between 55 and 65 degrees with a slightly stronger southwest wind at 6 miles per hour. Tide times will shift, so plan your sessions accordingly!
Moving on to San Francisco and San Mateo County Coastal Areas:
Today, waves will be slightly smaller with heights of 6 to 9 feet on the west-facing beaches and 3 to 6 feet on the south-facing ones. Expect mostly cloudy weather with some patchy fog. High temperatures will range from 57 to 73 degrees with a light northwest wind at 2 miles per hour.
For Sunday, the surf heights will be around 5 to 8 feet. Rain is likely in the forecast, so be prepared to get wet! High temperatures will be between 56 and 66 degrees with a southwest wind at 6 miles per hour. Tides will ebb and flow, so keep an eye on the schedule.
Now, let's check out the Santa Cruz County Coastal Areas:
Today and tomorrow, surf heights will be consistent at 5 to 8 feet. The weather will be mostly cloudy, with a chance of rain on Sunday. High temperatures will range from 58 to 76 degrees today and 58 to 70 degrees tomorrow. Winds will shift from the north to the northeast, so be mindful of the change. Tides will have a mixed schedule as well, so double-check before paddling out.
Lastly, we have the Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coastal Areas:
Today, expect surf heights between 4 to 7 feet on the west-facing beaches and 2 to 4 feet on the south-facing beaches. Weather-wise, it will be mostly cloudy with temperatures ranging from 59 to 75 degrees. A light northwest wind at 3 miles per hour will accompany you.
For Sunday, similar surf heights of 4 to 7 feet are expected with a slight chance of rain. High temperatures will be between 58 and 70 degrees with a northeast wind at 6 miles per hour. Tides will shift throughout the day, so plan accordingly to catch the best waves!
There you have it, surfers! Get out there, catch some waves, and enjoy the beautiful California coast. And remember, always check with your local authorities on potential beach closures. 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.
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