Hey there beach lovers! It's time to catch some sweet waves and soak up the sun with your surf zone forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service. Today's report covers various beaches in the area including Surf City, Topsail Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Myrtle Beach, and more.

For all you surfers out there hitting Coastal Pender, get ready for a moderate risk of rip currents through the evening, with surf heights ranging from 1 to 3 feet. The UV index is extreme, so slap on that sunscreen and watch out for the slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs will be in the lower 90s with a max heat index of up to 108, alongside those Southwest winds blowing at 10 to 15 miles per hour.

Moving over to Coastal New Hanover, moderate rip current risk continues, along with similar surf heights. It's mostly sunny but keep an eye out for those thunderstorms. And remember, a chance of showers won't keep the vibe down! Highs will be in the upper 80s with the max heat index up to 111. Southwest winds will be your buddy at 10 to 15 miles per hour.

For those hitting up Coastal Brunswick, different sections of beaches have varying rip current risks, but overall expect sunny weather with highs in the lower 90s and a max heat index of up to 107. Enjoy the mid-80s water temperature and Southwest winds at 10 to 15 miles per hour. Remember to chill out and catch some waves!

And for you folks at Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown, moderate rip current risks are in store alongside warm temperatures and Southwest winds. So, grab your boards, hit the waves, and have a blast under that sunny sky with a chance of showers and thunderstorms keeping things interesting.

Remember to check out the full forecast details on the National Weather Service site for definitions on thunderstorms, waterspouts, and the UV index. Stay safe out there and make the most of those summer vibes! 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.