Hey there beachgoers! Time to catch the wave with your surf zone forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service in Wilmington. Let's dive in!

Starting off with Coastal Pender - Surf City and Topsail Beach - we've got a moderate risk of rip currents today. The surf height will be 1 to 3 feet, so perfect for some fun rides. Watch out for thunderstorms and waterspouts, with an extreme UV index. Highs in the mid 80s with a chance of showers. Grab your boards and hit the waves with southwest winds at 5 to 10 miles per hour.

Moving on to Saturday, rip current risk remains moderate, surf height still 1 to 3 feet, but thunderstorms are likely, so keep an eye on the weather. Remember, safety first out there!

And for Coastal New Hanover - Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, and more - brace yourself for a moderate risk of rip currents today and tomorrow. Surf height around 1 to 2 feet, so maybe some easy cruising. Expect some showers and thunderstorms with southwest winds.

And finally, for Coastal Brunswick - from Bald Head Island to Sunset Beach - similar conditions with a moderate rip current risk and surf height variations depending on the location. Partly sunny with a chance of storms both days. Winds around 10 mph, so be ready to catch that breeze!

Remember, stay safe, watch out for rip currents, and always check the weather before heading out. 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.