Surf's up, beach lovers! Here's your coastal forecast for West Central and Southwest Florida.

Today's looking like a picture-perfect beach day with mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing into the mid to upper 80s. The water's a dreamy 80 degrees - perfect for swimming and soaking up some sunshine. Winds will be blowing from the northeast around 15 miles per hour, keeping things breezy but not too wild.

Rip current risk is low, but always keep an eye out near jetties and piers. The surf is super mellow with waves barely reaching a foot - ideal for paddleboarding, casual swimming, or just lounging on your beach towel.

UV index is high, so grab that sunscreen and reapply liberally. You'll want protection while catching those golden rays. Speaking of timing, low tides hit around mid-morning - Cedar Key and Saint Petersburg will see water levels drop around 10:30 AM.

Tonight brings a mix of partly and mostly cloudy conditions with temperatures settling into the lower 70s. Winds will pick up slightly to 20-25 miles per hour, so prepare for a bit more breeze.

Looking ahead to Friday, expect mostly sunny skies with a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures will cool down slightly into the upper 70s to mid 80s. The northeast winds will continue around 15-20 miles per hour.

Water temperatures remain invitingly warm in the lower 80s, so don't let a few potential pop-up storms deter your beach plans. Just stay weather-aware and enjoy another beautiful Florida coastal day!

Stay safe, stay sunny, and catch those laid-back Florida vibes!

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