Surf Report - Wilmington NC

Wilmington NC, Surf City and Topsail Beach Surf Report for 07-25-2024


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Hey there beachgoers! Ready for some fun in the sun with a side of waves? Let's dive into your surf zone forecast for the lovely coastal areas!

Starting off in Coastal Pender, Surf City, and Topsail Beach, we've got a moderate risk of rip currents today, with surf heights ranging from 1 to 3 feet. Watch out for those thunderstorms and waterspouts! The UV index is very high, so slap on that sunscreen! Temperatures will be in the mid-80s with southwest winds at 10 to 15 mph. And hey, there's a high tide at Topsail Inlet at 11:15 AM, followed by a low tide at 5:16 PM. Keep an eye out for that strong longshore current today!

Moving on to Coastal New Hanover, including Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach, we've got a similar setup with a moderate rip current risk, 1 to 3 feet surf height, and high thunderstorm potential. Don't forget the sunscreen with that very high UV index! Winds will be coming from the southwest at 10 to 15 mph, and tides at Mercer Pier high at 11:17 AM and low at 5:28 PM. Keep an eye out for the longshore current!

In Coastal Brunswick, from Ocean Isle Beach to Sunset Beach, there's a moderate rip current risk as well, with surf heights varying from 1 to 4 feet. Expect some showers and thunderstorms with high temperatures in the mid-80s and southwest winds at 10 to 15 mph. High tide at Lockwoods Folly at 11:24 AM and low tide at 5:50 PM. Hang loose, as the rip current risk is expected to decrease over the weekend.

And finally, in Coastal Horry, including Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach, there's a moderate risk of rip currents north and south of Myrtle Beach, with 1 to 3 feet surf heights. Keep an eye on those thunderstorms and the very high UV index. Temperatures will be in the mid-80s with a moderate south to north longshore current. High tide at Springmaid Pier at 11:20 AM and low tide at 5:35 PM. Things are looking up for the weekend with a low rip current risk expected!

So there you have it, folks! Stay safe out there on the waves and the sand, and don't forget to check the detailed definitions for thunderstorms, waterspouts, and UV index. 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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