Good morning, I'm bringing you the latest surf zone forecast for West Central and Southwest Florida, issued early Saturday morning by the National Weather Service.

Let's start with the northern zones covering Coastal Levy, Citrus, Hernando, and Pasco. Today is shaping up to be a beautiful day at the beach. We're looking at mostly sunny skies with highs in the mid seventies. The water is sitting in the upper sixties, so it'll feel refreshing when you get in. Winds are coming from the north at ten to fifteen miles per hour, which should feel nice. Surf heights are minimal at one foot or less, and rip current risk remains low. The UV index is very high though, so definitely get that sunscreen on before heading out.

Tides will be a bit busy today, with Cedar Key seeing a high tide at 12:27 in the afternoon and a low at 5:27 in the evening. Saint Petersburg will experience a low tide early in the morning at 6:23, followed by a high at 2:03 in the afternoon and another low around 5:44.

Tonight, things will turn breezy. Northeast winds will pick up to twenty to twenty-five miles per hour, but the surf will remain calm with heights at one foot or less. Expect partly cloudy skies and temperatures dropping to the lower sixties.

Moving down to the Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, and Sarasota beaches, including popular spots like Clearwater Beach and Siesta Key, today looks fantastic. Sunny skies with highs in the lower eighties and water temperatures around seventy degrees. Winds are light from the north at five to ten miles per hour, making for a pleasant beach day. Rip currents remain low, there's no thunderstorm threat, and the UV index is very high.

Tonight will be breezy again with northeast winds around twenty-five miles per hour and partly cloudy conditions. Lows will be in the mid sixties.

Sunday for these central areas will be mostly sunny with highs around eighty degrees and a slight chance of showers. Winds will shift to the east at around twenty miles per hour, and rip current risk stays low.

Finally, let's look at the southern zones covering Coastal Charlotte and Lee counties, including those beautiful beaches at Sanibel and Captiva. Today is sunny and beautiful with highs in the lower eighties and water temperatures in the lower seventies. North winds at five to ten miles per hour make it a perfect day out. Low rip current risk and no thunderstorm threat round out the picture.

Tonight will see partly cloudy skies until seven, then mostly cloudy conditions. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible here, with low thunderstorm potential. Northeast winds will be fifteen to twenty miles per hour, and lows will reach the upper sixties.

Sunday down south shows mostly sunny skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms, where thunderstorm potential is moderate. Highs will be in the upper seventies with northeast winds around twenty miles per hand. Rip current risk remains low throughout.

Bottom line: we've got a beautiful

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Good morning, this is your West Central and Southwest Florida Surf Zone Forecast for Friday, March 27th, 2026.

Let's start with the northern beaches from Cedar Key down through Crystal River and the Hernando area. Today is looking absolutely stellar out there. We're expecting mostly sunny skies with just a light and variable breeze becoming westerly around five miles per hour this afternoon. Surf heights are minimal at one foot or less, and rip current risk is low. Water temps are hovering in the upper sixties, so you might want to think about a light wetsuit. The high will reach the mid seventies with very high UV index, so definitely get that sunscreen applied generously. Tonight stays pleasant with partly cloudy conditions, west winds around ten miles per hour, and temperatures dropping to the mid sixties.

Saturday in that same zone gets even nicer. Full sun, temperatures again in the mid seventies, but winds will be picking up. You'll see north winds around ten miles per hour early, then increasing to northeast around twenty miles per hour in the afternoon. Surf stays glassy and small with no thunderstorm potential.

Moving down to the central beaches around Clearwater, Saint Pete Beach, and Bradenton Beach, today's conditions are simply gorgeous. Sunny skies all day long, temperatures climbing to around eighty degrees, and a very light wind pattern shifting from east in the morning to west by afternoon. Water's still in the upper sixties and rip current risk remains low. Tonight brings partly cloudy skies with northwest winds between five and ten miles per hour, low in the mid sixties.

Saturday continues the beautiful trend with sunny skies and temperatures reaching the lower eighties. North winds five to ten miles per hour will keep things comfortable, and surf conditions stay calm with low rip current risk.

Finally, down at the southern beaches around Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers Beach, we've got another gorgeous day brewing. Sunny conditions with east winds early becoming west by afternoon, highs in the lower eighties, and water temperatures in the lower seventies. Very high UV index again, so protect that skin. Tonight stays partly cloudy with northwest winds five to ten miles per hour and lows in the upper sixties.

Saturday there's a slight change. We'll still see sunny skies and temperatures in the lower eighties with north winds around ten miles per hour, but we've got a low thunderstorm potential with just a slight chance of showers and brief storms moving through. Keep an eye on things Saturday afternoon just to be safe.

Bottom line across the entire region: extremely pleasant beach weather today and Saturday with calm seas, light to moderate winds, and mostly sunny skies. Rip current risk is low everywhere, so conditions are safe for all water activities. Enjoy these beautiful late March days!

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Good morning, this is your West Central and Southwest Florida Surf Zone Forecast for Thursday, March 26th through Friday, March 27th.

Let's start with the northern beaches from Cedar Key down through Port Richey. Today is shaping up to be a beautiful day with mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing to the mid seventies. The water is a pleasant upper sixties, and while there's no thunder risk, we are looking at very high UV levels, so definitely get that sunscreen on. Winds will be light from the northeast around five miles per hour in the morning, shifting to the west by afternoon. Surf heights remain minimal at one foot or less, and rip current risk stays low throughout the day. High tide at Cedar Key occurs at 10:27 in the morning with a low at 2:14 in the afternoon. Tonight expect mostly clear conditions with lows in the mid sixties as northwest winds gradually lighten and become variable.

Moving down the coast to the Pinellas County beaches including Clearwater and Saint Pete Beach, we're looking at sunny conditions with even warmer highs reaching the upper seventies. Again, very high UV index, so that sunscreen is essential. Winds start light from the east and shift southwest by afternoon. Surf and rip current conditions mirror the northern forecast with one foot or less and low risk. We'll see high tide at Saint Petersburg at 8:12 in the evening with a low at 5:27 in the morning.

Down at the Charlotte County and Lee County beaches from Manasota Key through Fort Myers Beach, today brings sunny skies with highs in the upper seventies and water temperatures a bit warmer in the lower seventies. Light southeast winds become westerly by afternoon. Once again, minimal one foot surf and low rip current risk dominate the forecast.

Now looking ahead to Friday, conditions remain outstanding across the board. The Pinellas and Levy County areas will see sunny skies with highs climbing into the lower eighties. Northern areas stay in the mid seventies while southern beaches reach lower eighties. Winds become light and variable, generally east in the morning and west by afternoon. Surf stays suppressed at one foot or less with low rip current risk maintained.

The only slight change comes Friday afternoon in the Charlotte and Lee County area where we're monitoring a low thunderstorm potential with a slight chance of showers and isolated storms developing later in the day. However, conditions should remain mostly sunny overall.

Bottom line: Outstanding beach weather is locked in for Thursday and Friday with calm seas, light winds, and plenty of sunshine. Just remember that UV index is very high, so protective measures are strongly recommended. Water temperatures range from the upper sixties in the north to the lower seventies in the south. Rip currents remain low risk, but as always, be cautious around jetties, groins, reefs, and piers where life-threatening currents can develop even on low risk days.

Get out there and enjoy these beautiful Gulf

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Good morning everyone, this is your West Central and Southwest Florida surf zone forecast for Wednesday, March 25th through Thursday, March 26th, 2026, brought to you by the National Weather Service.

Let's start with the northern Gulf Coast beaches from Cedar Key down through the Nature Coast. Today we're looking at mostly pleasant conditions with partly sunny skies and a high near the lower seventies. The water is warming up nicely into the upper sixties, and northeast winds will be light around ten miles per hour. Surf heights remain minimal at one foot or less, so rip current risk stays low throughout the day. If you're heading out, just remember that life-threatening rip currents can still develop near structures like groins, jetties, and piers. The UV index is running high, so don't forget your sunscreen. Tonight expect mostly cloudy skies until ten o'clock, then partly cloudy conditions will take over. Temperatures will drop to the mid-sixties with those northeast winds continuing around ten miles per hour.

Moving down to the central Gulf beaches including Clearwater, St. Pete Beach, and the Bradenton area, today follows a similar pattern with partly sunny skies and highs in the upper seventies. Northeast winds around ten miles per hour will shift to the northwest in the afternoon. Water temps remain in the upper sixties, and again, surf heights are minimal at one foot or less with low rip current risk. The UV index is high, so protect that skin. Tonight takes on a slightly different character with partly cloudy skies and a low chance of showers and thunderstorms developing. Temperatures settle into the mid-sixties with northeast winds holding around ten miles per hour.

Down on the southwestern Gulf beaches around Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers Beach, today brings mostly sunny skies with patchy fog in the morning. Highs will reach the upper seventies with very light north winds around five miles per hour, shifting to the west in the afternoon. The water temperature climbs to around seventy degrees, and like everywhere else, surf heights remain one foot or less with low rip current risk. Tonight it'll be partly cloudy initially until nine o'clock, then mostly cloudy until ten, before clearing to partly cloudy conditions. Temperatures drop to the mid-sixties with northwest winds at five to ten miles per hour.

Thursday looks like an across-the-board excellent beach day. From the Nature Coast all the way down to Fort Myers Beach, expect sunny to mostly sunny skies with highs in the mid to upper seventies, and further south near Fort Myers Beach, we could even see highs around eighty degrees. Winds will be very light, starting from the northeast and east around five miles per hour before shifting to the southwest and west in the afternoon. Patchy fog is possible on the southern beaches early in the day. Surf conditions remain calm at one foot or less, and rip current risk stays low. A high UV index means sunscreen remains essential.

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Good morning, this is your West Central and Southwest Florida Surf Zone Forecast for Tuesday, March 24th, 2026.

Let's start up north with the Gulf Coast beaches from Cedar Key down through the Panhandle communities. Today you're looking at small surf, one foot or less, with low rip current risk. The water's sitting in the mid 60s, so bring a light wetsuit if you're sensitive to the cold. Northeast winds are running just 5 to 10 miles per hour, keeping things mellow. Mostly sunny skies with just a slight chance of showers, and heads up, that UV index is going to be very high, so slather on the sunscreen before you head out. High temperatures reaching the lower 70s. Cedar Key will see high tide at 7:11 this morning, then low at nearly noon, with another high at 5:52 in the evening.

Tonight, conditions stay calm with mostly cloudy skies and low rip current risk still in effect. Northeast winds pick up slightly to around 15 miles per hour, and temperatures drop to the lower 60s. That low tide at Cedar Key comes through around 1:39 in the morning.

Wednesday shapes up similarly with one foot or less surf and low rip current risk. There's a low chance of showers and thunderstorms developing, so keep an eye on the sky. Northeast winds around 10 miles per hour, partly sunny conditions, and highs returning to the lower 70s.

Moving down to the Pinellas County beaches including Clearwater Beach and Saint Pete Beach, today features sunny skies and one foot or less of surf. The water's warming up a bit here, sitting in the upper 60s. Light northwest winds around 5 miles per hour make for really pleasant conditions. High temperatures in the upper 70s with that same very high UV index. Low rip current risk throughout. High tide at Saint Petersburg comes at 5:41 this evening.

Tonight expect partly cloudy skies until around 5 in the morning, then mostly cloudy after that. North winds around 10 miles per hour and lows in the mid 60s. Low tide hits at 2:42 in the morning.

Wednesday morning brings mostly sunny skies with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Northeast winds around 10 miles per hour, highs pushing toward 80 degrees, and low rip current risk continuing. It's shaping up to be a nice day to get in the water.

Down in Southwest Florida covering the beaches of Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers Beach, today is absolutely gorgeous. Sunny skies all day with one foot or less surf and low rip current risk. The water temperature is right around 70 degrees, perfect for extended sessions. North winds start at around 5 miles per hour then shift to the west in the afternoon. High temperatures in the upper 70s with that intense UV index, so protect your skin. High tide at Fort Myers Beach comes at 4:31 in the afternoon.

Tonight turns partly cloudy with northwest winds around 10 miles per hour shifting to north after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s and that low rip current risk stays in place.

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Good morning, this is your West Central and Southwest Florida surf zone forecast for Monday, March 23rd through Tuesday, March 24th.

Starting with the northern zones covering the beaches of Cedar Key through Port Richey, we're looking at a gorgeous day ahead. Expect sunny skies with highs in the lower 70s and gentle west winds between 5 and 10 miles per hour. The water is sitting comfortably in the mid 60s, though surf heights remain minimal at one foot or less. The UV index is very high, so sunscreen is definitely your friend today. There's no thunderstorm threat and rip currents are low, though as always, be cautious near any groins, jetties, or piers where life-threatening rip currents can form unexpectedly. Tonight looks mostly clear with lows in the mid 60s and calm conditions continuing.

Moving down to the central Gulf Coast, including the popular beaches of Clearwater, Saint Pete Beach, and Siesta Key, we're seeing similarly fantastic conditions. Today will be sunny and warm with highs in the mid 70s and water temperatures in the upper 60s. West winds stay light at 5 to 10 miles per hour, and once again, surf heights are one foot or less with low rip current risk. Tonight will be mostly clear and pleasant with lows in the lower 60s.

Finally, for the southernmost zones covering Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers Beach, conditions are even warmer. Today's highs will reach the upper 70s with water temperatures around 70 degrees, the warmest we're seeing across the entire forecast area. Skies will be sunny with northwest winds at 5 to 10 miles per hour. Surf remains flat at one foot or less with low rip current risk and no thunderstorm potential.

Looking ahead to Tuesday, all three zones will continue this outstanding trend. We'll see mostly sunny to sunny skies across the board with highs ranging from the lower 70s in the north to the upper 70s in the south. A slight chance of showers is possible, but nothing significant. Winds will be light and variable, and surf conditions remain small throughout. Rip current risk stays low everywhere, though again, stay vigilant near structural features along the beach.

Overall, it's shaping up to be a wonderful couple of days on Florida's Gulf Coast. Get out there and enjoy the sunshine.

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Good morning, this is your West Central and Southwest Florida Surf Zone Forecast for Sunday, March 22nd through Monday, March 23rd, 2026.

Let's start up north with the Coastal Levy, Citrus, Hernando, and Pasco beaches including Cedar Key, Crystal River, Homosassa, and Hudson.

Today expect sunny skies with a high in the lower 70s and light west winds at five to ten miles per hour. Surf heights will be minimal at one foot or less, and rip current risk stays low. Just keep an eye out if you're near any groins or jetties where rip currents can intensify. Water temps are chilling in the mid 60s, so a wetsuit might feel nice. The UV index will be very high, so definitely grab that sunscreen. Tonight stays mostly clear and calm with lows in the mid 60s as southwest winds ease to around five miles per hour.

Moving to Pinellas County down to Sarasota, including Clearwater Beach, Saint Pete Beach, Siesta Key, and Venice. Today brings more of the same beautiful sunshine with highs reaching the upper 70s. Northwest winds stay light around five miles per hour. Surf remains glassy and flat at one foot or less with low rip current risk. Water temps climb slightly to the upper 60s. Tonight clears out nicely with lows in the lower 60s and light west winds continuing.

Down in the Charlotte and Lee County zone at places like Sanibel, Captiva, and Fort Myers Beach, it's going to be absolutely gorgeous. Sunny skies, highs in the upper 70s, and north winds early in the day shifting west by afternoon. Surf heights stay minimal at one foot or less. Water temps here are the warmest of the three zones, sitting in the lower 70s. Rip currents remain low risk. Tonight stays mostly clear with lows around 60 degrees as northwest winds pick up slightly to five to ten miles per hour.

Looking ahead to Monday, all three zones continue this beautiful stretch of weather. Expect sunny skies throughout with highs in the lower to upper 70s depending on your location. Surf stays flat at one foot or less across the board. Rip current risk remains low everywhere, though as always, exercise caution near structures. West to northwest winds will be light to gentle. Monday night should be clear and pleasant.

This is a fantastic couple of days to get outside and enjoy the water. The UV index is very high, so remember your sun protection. There's no thunderstorm threat anywhere, so you won't have to worry about pop-up storms cutting your day short. Water temperatures are comfortable in the 60s to lower 70s depending on where you are. This weekend and into Monday, conditions are about as good as they get for the Florida Gulf Coast.

Stay safe out there, and we'll have another update for you tomorrow.

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Good morning, this is your West Central and Southwest Florida surf zone forecast for Friday, March 20th through Saturday, March 21st, brought to you by the National Weather Service Tampa Bay.

Let's start up north with the Levy, Citrus, Hernando, and Pasco County beaches. Today expect minimal surf with heights at one foot or less under sunny skies. North winds around ten miles per hour will keep conditions calm with a low rip current risk. High temperatures will reach around seventy degrees. The water is chilly in the lower sixties, so you'll want to consider a wetsuit. Tonight, conditions remain mostly clear with northwest winds shifting to the northeast around five miles per hour and lows in the upper fifties. Saturday looks fantastic with continued sunny weather, similar one foot or less surf, and highs back around seventy.

Moving down to the Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, and Sarasota beaches including Clearwater, St. Pete Beach, and Siesta Key. Today brings sunny weather with north winds around fifteen miles per hour pushing water temperatures to the mid sixties. Surf remains one foot or less with a low rip current risk, though UV levels are very high so sunscreen is essential. Highs reach the mid seventies. Tonight takes a slight turn with a moderate rip current risk developing, particularly near groins, jetties, and piers. Winds shift to the northeast at five to ten miles per hour with mostly clear skies and lows in the upper fifties. Saturday bounces back to low rip currents with sunny skies, similar calm surf, and north winds five to ten miles per hour.

Finally, down at Charlotte and Lee County beaches covering Captiva, Sanibel, and Fort Myers Beach. Today features moderate rip currents, so swimmers should exercise caution, especially near structures in the water. Otherwise expect sunny conditions with north winds around fifteen miles per hour and highs in the upper seventies. Water temperatures reach a pleasant upper sixties. Tonight maintains moderate rip currents with northeast winds around ten miles per hour, mostly clear skies, and lows in the upper fifties. Saturday improves significantly with rip currents dropping to low risk levels, continued sunshine, gentle north winds five to ten miles per hour, and highs in the upper seventies.

Overall, it's a beautiful stretch of beach weather across Southwest Florida with calm seas, plenty of sunshine, and very high UV levels everywhere. If you're heading out, grab that sunscreen and keep an eye on rip currents, especially in the Charlotte and Lee County areas tonight. Have a wonderful day at the beach.

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Good morning, wave riders and beach lovers! This is your surf and beach report for West Central and Southwest Florida.

Get ready for a mellow coastal day with gentle conditions stretching from Cedar Key down to Fort Myers Beach. The surf is playing it cool with waves barely touching one foot high - perfect for beginners or those wanting a tranquil beach experience.

Water temperatures are sitting in the lower to mid 60s, so you might want a light wetsuit if you're planning to paddle out. The wind is coming in smooth from the south at 5 to 10 miles per hour, creating a soft offshore breeze.

Skies are looking mostly sunny with some patchy fog hanging around in the morning. Expect temperatures climbing into the upper 60s near Citrus and Levy counties, and warming up to the upper 70s down in the Charlotte and Lee county beaches. The UV index is high, so sunscreen is your best friend today.

Tide-wise, we've got some predictable rhythms. Cedar Key will see a low tide around 9:08 AM and high tide at 3:10 PM. Over in Saint Petersburg, similar story with low tide at 9:22 AM and high tide at 3:27 PM. Fort Myers Beach surfers can catch low tide around 7:48 AM and high tide at 2:17 PM.

Rip current risk is low across all areas, but remember - stay alert near jetties, piers, and reefs where sneaky currents can develop.

Tonight brings mostly cloudy skies and continued mild temperatures in the mid-60s. Friday looks like another beautiful day with mostly sunny conditions and those same gentle south winds.

Catch you on the waves, Florida!

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Surf's up, beach lovers! Get ready for a day of sun, sand, and gentle waves along Florida's West Central and Southwest coastline. Today's forecast is looking mighty fine, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing into the mid-60s to upper 70s depending on which beautiful beach you're hitting.

Water temperatures are sitting in the lower 60s, so you might want to pack that light wetsuit or just embrace the refreshing chill. Winds will be cruising in from the south around 10 miles per hour, creating a perfect backdrop for a beach day.

Rip current risk is low across all our coastal zones, but remember - always stay alert near groins, jetties, and piers where sneaky currents can catch you off guard. The UV index is high, so sunscreen is your best friend today.

For you tide watchers, Cedar Key and Saint Petersburg will see low tides in the morning around 8:30 to 9 AM, with high tides rolling in during the early afternoon. Fort Myers Beach and Venice Inlet have similar timing, with low tides just before 8 AM and highs around midday.

As evening approaches, expect partly cloudy skies and some patchy fog drifting in. Temperatures will cool down to the lower 60s, with winds dropping to a gentle 5 to 10 miles per hour.

Looking ahead to Thursday, we're expecting a mix of sun and a slight chance of showers. Temperatures will remain warm, hanging out in the upper 60s to upper 70s. So grab your beach gear, stay safe, and enjoy another beautiful day in paradise!

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