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Coastal Pender Surf Zone Forecast Sunny Skies One Foot Surf Today Upper Seventies

2 min · 5. maj 2026
episode Coastal Pender Surf Zone Forecast Sunny Skies One Foot Surf Today Upper Seventies cover

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# SURF ZONE FORECAST FOR COASTAL PENDER Good morning everyone! Your National Weather Service in Wilmington has your surf zone forecast for Coastal Pender, including the beaches of Surf City and Topsail Beach. Today is shaping up to be a beautiful day at the beach. We're looking at sunny skies with just one foot of surf and low rip current risk throughout the day. Water temperatures are in the upper sixties, so you might want to grab a wetsuit if you're planning an extended session. Winds will start light from the south around five miles per hour this morning, but expect them to increase to around fifteen miles per hour by the afternoon. The high today will reach the lower seventies. High tide at Topsail Inlet occurs at ten twenty-seven in the morning, with a low tide at four oh five in the afternoon. UV index is high, so don't forget that sunscreen. Looking ahead to Wednesday, conditions remain favorable with mostly sunny skies. Surf heights will bump up slightly to one to three feet, still with low rip current risk. Expect south winds between ten and fifteen miles per hour and highs in the upper seventies. High tide at Topsail Inlet comes at eleven oh eight in the morning and low tide at four forty-seven in the afternoon. Be aware that a moderate south to north longshore current will be present, so plan your beach day accordingly. Conditions change a bit as we head into Thursday. A moderate rip current risk moves in, so use extra caution if you're heading out. We'll see surf heights remain between one and three feet, but showers become likely with a chance of thunderstorms developing. It'll still be warm with highs in the upper seventies and southwest winds around fifteen miles per hour. Friday brings a slight improvement with low rip current risk returning. Surf heights hold steady at one to three feet with partly sunny skies and only a chance of showers. Highs drop to the upper sixties under northeast winds around ten miles per hour. By Saturday, we're back to mostly sunny conditions with low rip current risk and light west winds around five miles per hour. Surf heights decrease to one to two feet with highs in the lower seventies and still a slight chance of showers. Remember, even though rip current risk is low, life-threatening rip currents can still occur near groins, jetties, reefs, and piers, so always stay aware of your surroundings. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

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episode NC Beach Surf Report: Moderate Rip Currents Today, Two to Three Foot Waves, Sunny Skies and Seventies Water artwork

NC Beach Surf Report: Moderate Rip Currents Today, Two to Three Foot Waves, Sunny Skies and Seventies Water

Good morning, surfers and beach lovers! Let's break down what Mother Ocean has in store for us today and beyond. Starting with the Coastal Pender area, including Surf City and Topsail Beach, we're looking at moderate rip currents through this evening, so keep your wits about you out there. Surf heights are running two to three feet with east winds around five to ten miles per hour. It's going to be partly sunny with a high near eighty degrees and water temps in the mid seventies. That UV index is very high, so slather on that sunscreen. Topsail Inlet shows low tide at eight twenty-seven in the morning and high tide at three oh one in the afternoon. Heading down to Coastal New Hanover, which covers Wrightsville Beach, Masonboro Island, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Fort Fisher, we've also got moderate rip currents in effect through this evening. Expect similar conditions with two to three foot surf, but slightly lighter winds around ten miles per hour from the east. It's another partly sunny day with highs in the lower eighties and mid-seventies water temps. The low tide at Mercer Pier is eight forty-four in the morning with high tide at two forty-five in the afternoon. Moving to Coastal Brunswick, which includes Bald Head Island, Oak Island, Holden Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, and Sunset Beach, the rip current risk drops to low. East of Ocean Isle Beach you're looking at one foot surf, while west of Ocean Isle Beach conditions run one to two feet. Similar partly sunny weather with highs around eighty degrees and upper seventies water temps. East winds around ten miles per hour will keep things mellow. Oak Island's low tide comes at eight forty-two in the morning with high tide at two fifty-two in the afternoon. Over in South Carolina's Coastal Horry area covering Cherry Grove, North Myrtle Beach, Atlantic Beach, Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach, and Garden City, rip currents are low all day. Surf runs one to two feet under partly sunny skies with highs in the lower eighties and upper seventies water. East winds around ten miles per hour. Springmaid Pier shows low tide at eight forty-one in the morning and high tide at two fifty-eight in the afternoon. Finally, down to Coastal Georgetown, including Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach, Pawleys Island, and Debordieu Beach, we're looking at low rip currents and minimal one foot surf. Partly sunny with highs in the lower eighties. The water's in the upper seventies and east winds stay around ten miles per hour. Winyah Bay Entrance has low tide at eight forty-three in the morning and high tide at two fifty-seven in the afternoon. Now let's jump to Wednesday. Rip current risks drop to low across the board, which is good news. Coastal Pender and New Hanover will see one to three foot surf, while further south it's generally one to two feet. Pender area gets moderate south to north longshore current action. Winds shift to the south, ten to fifteen miles per hour in the afternoon. Conditions stay mostly cloudy to partly sunny with highs in the lower eighties. Looking ahead to Thursday through Saturday, we're in a pretty stable pattern. Low rip currents persist throughout the extended period. Surf heights gradually increase from one to three feet. Mostly sunny to sunny skies dominate with highs in the mid to upper eighties. A slight chance of showers Thursday and Friday gives way to a better chance of showers and thunderstorms by Saturday. Southwest winds gradually decrease, becoming lighter by the weekend. Friday in the Brunswick area does show a moderate rip current risk briefly, so keep an eye on that if you're heading that way. Overall, this is shaping up to be a beautiful week at the beach with improving conditions and plenty of sunshine. Stay safe out there and enjoy the waves! For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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episode North Carolina South Carolina Beach Surf Forecast Monday June 8th One to Three Foot Waves Sunny Skies artwork

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Good morning! Here's your surf zone forecast for the North Carolina and South Carolina beaches this Monday, June 8th. If you're planning to hit the waves today, keep your expectations modest but manageable. We're looking at surf heights ranging from one to three feet across the region, with the best action showing up along the Pender County beaches near Surf City and Topsail where we could see those three-footers. Down toward the South Carolina line, particularly around Georgetown, expect more subdued conditions with one to two foot faces. The good news is the water's warming up nicely in the mid to upper seventies, and we've got mostly sunny skies all day long. Winds will start light from the west around five miles per hour, then turn southeast by afternoon, which should keep conditions clean through the day. Safety-wise, rip current risk is low across the board today, though remember that life-threatening currents can still pop up near groins, jetties, reefs, and piers even when conditions are calm. The UV index is very high, so slather on that sunscreen. We're also looking at a very high heat index that could reach one hundred and one degrees inland, so stay hydrated out there. Moving into Tuesday, things continue to settle down a bit. Surf will drop to one or two feet for most locations, with some beaches seeing as little as one foot. It'll be partly sunny with a bit more cloud cover, but still no thunderstorm activity in the forecast. Winds kick up slightly to five through ten miles per hour from the east, keeping that rip current risk low. Looking ahead to the extended forecast, Wednesday through Friday present pretty consistent beach conditions. We're staying mostly sunny with light to moderate southwest winds around ten miles per hour. Surf will hover in that one to three foot range depending on your location, with Georgetown and some of the New Hanover beaches potentially seeing the smallest waves. Friday brings just a slight chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, but nothing that should ruin your beach day. Overall, it's a beautiful stretch of weather heading into the week. If you're looking for beginner-friendly conditions or just want to enjoy the water without getting pummeled, this is your window. Just respect the water, watch for those rip currents near structures, and don't underestimate that sun. Have a great day at the beach! For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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episode North Carolina South Carolina Beach Forecast Sunday High UV Rip Current Risk Moderate Surf Two to Three Feet artwork

North Carolina South Carolina Beach Forecast Sunday High UV Rip Current Risk Moderate Surf Two to Three Feet

# Surf Zone Forecast for Coastal North Carolina and South Carolina Good morning! Let's dive into what's happening at the beach this Sunday and beyond. Starting with today, we've got some beautiful weather but definitely some ocean action to be aware of. If you're planning a beach day, pack your sunscreen because we're looking at very high UV conditions under mostly sunny skies. Temperatures will climb to the mid-eighties, and the water is sitting in the comfortable mid-seventies, so conditions are looking pretty inviting. Here's where you need to pay attention though. A moderate risk of rip currents is in effect through this evening across most of our forecast area, and we've got an active beach hazards statement to match. Surf heights are running two to three feet along the northern sections, with slightly smaller waves closer to Georgetown. Winds are coming from the southwest at ten to fifteen miles per hour, and there's a moderate south to north longshore current working its way along the coast, especially from Pender down to Horry counties. If you're heading into the water today, stay sharp and swim near lifeguards. Remember, rip currents can be life-threatening, so if you get caught in one, don't panic. Swim parallel to the shore until you escape the current's pull, then head back to safety. Moving into Monday, conditions are going to mellow out quite a bit. Rip current risk drops to low across the board, which is great news. We'll see mostly cloudy skies with just a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, and the waterspout risk is climbing to moderate, so keep an eye on the sky if you're out on the water. Winds ease down to around five to ten miles per hour from the west before shifting southeast in the afternoon. Surf heights will be manageable at one to three feet depending on location. One thing to note for the Myrtle Beach area: heat index values could climb close to one hundred degrees, so stay hydrated if you're spending time outside. Looking ahead to Tuesday through Thursday, we're setting up for some consistently pleasant beach conditions. Tuesday brings mostly sunny skies with low rip current risk and minimal surf around one foot. Highs will be in the lower eighties with easterly winds around ten miles per hour. Wednesday continues the trend with mostly sunny weather and low rip current risk. Surf heights will be around one to two feet, and we'll see southerly winds around five to ten miles per hour keeping things calm. Thursday wraps up our extended outlook with more of the same. Mostly sunny conditions, low rip current risk, and highs in the lower to mid-eighties. Surf could perk up just a touch to one to three feet as southwesterly winds work in around ten miles per hour. So here's the bottom line: enjoy today but respect the ocean. Monday brings calmer conditions, and by mid-week we're looking at some really pleasant beach weather with light winds and manageable waves. Whether you're a swimmer, surfer, or just looking for a relaxing beach walk, there's something good ahead. Just remember to check tide times for your specific beach, respect the rip currents, and have a great time out there. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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Good morning, surfers and beach lovers! Welcome to your weekend surf forecast for the North Carolina and South Carolina coast. Let's kick things off with what Mother Nature is serving up today. If you're heading to the water, bring your UV protection because we're looking at very high UV indices across the board. The good news? We've got mostly sunny skies with highs in the low to mid eighties and gentle southwest winds starting around five miles per hour, ramping up to around fifteen in the afternoon. The water is sitting in the comfortable low to mid seventies, so it's going to feel pretty inviting out there. Now, let's talk about what matters most for you water enthusiasts. We've got a moderate risk of rip currents in effect through this evening across the northern zones, particularly around Pender and New Hanover counties. That means life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone, so if you're not experienced with these conditions, stick to the lifeguard-protected areas. The southern zones from Brunswick down through Georgetown are looking at low rip current risk today, which is definitely more forgiving. As for the actual waves, expect two to three feet along the Pender beaches, around two feet at New Hanover, and one to two feet as you head south. We're also looking at moderate south to north longshore currents along parts of the coast, so plan your beach day accordingly. Thunderstorms aren't in the forecast today, waterspout risk is low, and there's absolutely no surf potential from storm activity. It's shaping up to be a pretty straightforward beach day overall. Now let's look ahead to Sunday. The moderate rip current risk continues across the northern beaches at Pender and New Hanover, and it's actually increasing across the southern zones including Ocean Isle Beach, Myrtle Beach, and Georgetown. Surf conditions remain modest at two to three feet in the north, around two feet at New Hanover, and one to two feet down south. The winds stay light from the southwest at ten to fifteen miles per hour, and skies are partly sunny. Those moderate longshore currents persist as well, particularly up north. Looking ahead to the extended period, things are shifting toward improvement. Monday brings low rip current risk across all areas with mostly to partly sunny skies and highs in the mid to upper eighties. Surf heights trend down a bit, ranging from one to three feet. Southwest winds stay gentle around five to ten miles per hour. Tuesday continues the trend with low rip current risk, partly sunny to mostly cloudy skies, and a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing, especially toward the southern sections. Highs drop slightly into the lower eighties, and winds turn easterly around ten miles per hour or less depending on your location. Surf stays minimal at one to two feet. Wednesday rounds out the forecast period with continued low rip current risk and partly sunny conditions. There's still a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms scattered about, but nothing significant. Highs remain in the lower eighties with south winds around five to ten miles per hour, and surf continuing to hold at one to two feet. Bottom line: this weekend offers a solid beach day today with mostly sunny skies, but exercise caution with those moderate rip currents up north. Sunday looks equally pleasant with slightly higher rip current risk across more of the coast. Come Monday, conditions ease into a more relaxed pattern with lighter risk and consistent small surf. If you're heading out, respect those rip currents, slather on that sunscreen with that very high UV index, and enjoy what's shaping up to be a nice early summer weekend at the beach. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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episode North Carolina Surf Forecast June 5-9 2026 Moderate Rip Current Risk Sunny Skies Mid Eighties artwork

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Good morning, this is your surf zone forecast for Friday, June fifth through Tuesday, June ninth, twenty twenty-six. Starting with today, expect sunny skies across the entire region with highs in the lower to mid eighties. Water temperatures are hovering in the mid seventies, so a wetsuit won't be necessary. Winds will be light, starting from the west around five miles per hour before shifting south this afternoon. Now here's the important part if you're planning to hit the water. A moderate risk of rip currents is in effect through this evening for the North Carolina beaches from Pender County down through New Hanover County. That includes Surf City, Topsail Beach, Wrightsville Beach, and Kure Beach. These aren't something to take lightly. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone, so please exercise caution and know how to escape if you get caught in one. Meanwhile, down in Brunswick County and the South Carolina coast, rip current risk remains low, which is good news. Surf heights today will range from one to three feet depending on your location, with the larger waves around two to three feet for the New Hanover County beaches. One heads up: the UV index is rated very high, so sunscreen is absolutely essential today. Moving into Saturday, mostly sunny skies continue with highs in the mid eighties. The moderate rip current risk persists for the North Carolina beaches, particularly Pender and New Hanover Counties. Surf will be similar to today, ranging from around two to three feet. Winds will be light from the southwest, around five miles per hour in the morning, picking up to around fifteen miles per hour by afternoon. There's also a moderate south to north longshore current developing, especially noted around the Georgetown area. Low waterspout risk remains possible. Sunday brings mostly sunny conditions with highs in the mid eighties. Rip current risk drops to low across most areas, though Pender and New Hanover Counties still see moderate risk. Surf heights will be two to four feet in Pender County, diminishing to around two feet further south. Southwest winds around ten miles per hour will be manageable. Monday features partly sunny skies with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing. Rip current risk decreases to low across the board. This is good news for safety. Surf heights drop significantly to one to two feet for most locations, and highs remain in the mid eighties. Southwest winds will be light at around five to ten miles per hour. Finally, Tuesday wraps up the period with partly sunny skies and highs in the upper seventies. Rip current risk stays low everywhere. Surf heights will vary from one to three feet, and east winds around ten miles per hour will provide a slight shift in wind direction. One final reminder: even though rip current risk is low, life-threatening rip currents can still occur near groins, jetties, reefs, and piers, so stay aware of your surroundings regardless of the forecast category. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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