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Welcome to the "Surf Report Wilmington NC," the daily podcast that keeps you in the loop with the latest surf conditions in Wilmington, North Carolina. Whether you're planning to hit the waves or just love to stay informed about the local surf scene, this is your essential daily briefing. Each day, our podcast features: Wave Forecasts: We provide detailed reports on wave heights, wind conditions, and tides, ensuring you know the best times and spots for surfing."Surf Report Wilmington NC" is perfect for anyone who loves surfing and the beach lifestyle. Our quick, informative episodes make it easy for you to keep up with the conditions and enjoy your surfing experience to the fullest. Subscribe to "Surf Report Wilmington NC" on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an update about the waves in Wilmington. Connect with us on social media for real-time alerts and community features. Catch the best waves with us every day!

  1. 17 HRS AGO

    Carolina Beach Surf Forecast April 9-13: High Rip Currents, 4-6 Foot Waves, Strong Longshore Currents

    Good morning, this is your surf zone forecast for Thursday, April 9th through Monday, April 13th. Starting with Coastal Pender County beaches including Surf City and Topsail Beach, we're looking at moderate rip current risk today with surf heights of three to five feet. Northeast winds around fifteen miles per hour will keep conditions fairly consistent. The water temperature sits around sixty degrees, so bring that wetsuit. Sunny skies overhead mean high UV, so don't forget the sunscreen. There's a strong north to south longshore current in play today, so pay attention to that lateral movement. Friday improves slightly with the same three to five foot surf but winds drop to around ten miles per hour. By Saturday, we're looking at smaller three to four foot waves with moderating conditions continuing through Monday. Moving south to Coastal New Hanover County covering Wrightsville, Carolina Beach, and Kure Beach, things are a bit more serious today. We've got a high rip current risk in effect with four to six foot surf and northeast winds pumping fifteen to twenty miles per hour. That's the most significant swell in the forecast area, so water sports enthusiasts should take note. The strong longshore current persists here as well. Friday settles down to moderate rip current risk with three to five foot waves and lighter winds. The extended period shows gradual improvement with moderate rip currents Saturday and Sunday, dropping to low risk by Monday as surf diminishes to two to four feet. Over in Coastal Brunswick County at beaches like Oak Island and Holden Beach, conditions stay considerably calmer. Low rip current risk holds today through Monday with just one to three foot surf depending on location. Northeast winds around fifteen miles per hour today and ten tomorrow keep things relatively gentle. Water temperature's in the lower sixties here. This is your mellower option if you're looking to avoid the stronger conditions up the coast. Horry County beaches from Myrtle Beach northward show split conditions. North of Myrtle Beach stays low risk with one to three foot waves all week. South of Myrtle Beach, moderate rip currents are possible today with two to four foot surf and that strong longshore current continuing. By Friday the split remains but conditions moderate overall. Saturday through Monday, low rip current risk takes over everywhere with consistent one to three foot waves and lighter winds. Finally, Coastal Georgetown at Pawleys Island and Murrells Inlet features the most aggressive conditions beyond New Hanover County. A high rip current risk is in effect today with three to six foot surf and a high surf advisory until six PM. That strong north to south longshore current persists here too. Northeast winds around fifteen miles per hour today dial back to ten tomorrow as conditions gradually improve. Friday brings moderate rip current risk with three to five foot waves. Saturday and Sunday maintain moderate risk with gradually reducing surf heights, and by Monday we're down to low risk with just one to two foot waves. Bottom line across all beaches today: sunny conditions, high UV, cold water around sixty degrees, strong longshore currents in most locations, and moderate to high rip current risks that demand respect. If you're heading out, know your limits, swim near lifeguards, and watch for those lateral currents. The weekend looks progressively better with lighter winds and smaller surf. Have a safe and fun day on the water. 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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  2. 1D AGO

    Surf Forecast April 8-12: High Rip Current Risk Today and Thursday, Improving Weekend Conditions

    Good morning! This is your surf zone forecast for Wednesday, April 8th through Sunday, April 12th, brought to you by the National Weather Service. Let's start with today. We're looking at sunny skies with a high in the upper 50s along the central coast, climbing to around 60 in the south. Northeast winds will be breezy, running around 20 to 25 miles per hour. The water temperature is sitting in the lower 60s, so a wetsuit would definitely be your friend out there. Here's what matters if you're heading to the beach: we have a high rip current risk in effect all day today through this evening. This is the real deal, folks. Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf zone. A strong north to south longshore current is also adding to the mix, so swim near lifeguards and know what you're doing if you're entering the water. Surfwise, expect 4 to 7 feet of surf along the central coast, with slightly smaller 4 to 5 foot waves further south. If you're down in the Georgetown area, you're also under a high surf advisory through Thursday evening. Further north near Pender County, you're looking at 4 to 5 feet. Moving to Thursday, the pattern continues. We'll see mostly sunny skies with a high in the upper 60s, and that high rip current risk sticks around. Surf remains at 4 to 7 feet in the central areas, with northeast winds around 20 miles per hour. The same powerful longshore current persists, so exercise the same caution as today. As we head into Friday, conditions start to improve slightly. We'll see sunny skies with highs in the upper 60s to near 70. The high rip current risk continues, but winds ease to around 10 miles per hour from the northeast. Surf heights begin dropping a bit to 3 to 6 feet in the central zone. Saturday looks like the best day of the stretch. Mostly sunny with highs in the lower to mid 70s, lighter west winds around 5 miles per hour, and the rip current risk drops to moderate. You'll see 2 to 5 feet of surf, making for more manageable conditions overall. Sunday rounds out the period with sunny skies, highs in the lower 70s, and light east winds. The rip current risk continues to ease to low or moderate depending on your location, and surf backs off to 1 to 4 feet. Bottom line: today and tomorrow are serious days with high rip currents and strong coastal currents. Respect the ocean, stay near lifeguards, and know your limits. Conditions gradually improve as we move through the weekend. Have a safe day out there. 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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  3. 2D AGO

    Carolina Coast Surf Forecast: 3 to 8 Foot Waves Wednesday Through Friday, High Rip Current Risk

    Good morning, this is your Tuesday surf zone forecast for the Carolina coast brought to you by the National Weather Service in Wilmington. Starting with today, expect mostly cloudy skies with highs in the upper 60s. Surf heights are running two to four feet along the northern beaches of Pender County, with slightly smaller waves of one to three feet down in Brunswick County and around Myrtle Beach. The rip current risk is low to moderate depending on where you are, so always use caution if you're entering the water. Northeast winds are light, ranging from five to fifteen miles per hour. Water temperatures are chilly, sitting in the lower to mid 60s, so a wetsuit is definitely recommended. High tides occur around 11:30 AM at most inlets. Now here's where things get interesting. Wednesday is shaping up to be a much more active day in the water. A strengthening northeast wind around twenty miles per hour will drive surf heights significantly higher, with three to seven feet expected from Pender to Georgetown counties. Conditions will be mostly sunny, which is great for visibility, but we're upgrading the rip current risk to high for most areas. The strong northeast wind will also create robust north to south longshore currents, which combined with the larger surf, means you really need to respect the water on Wednesday. If you're heading out, know the location of lifeguard stations and never underestimate the power of a rip current. Looking ahead to Thursday and Friday, the rip current risk remains high across much of the forecast area, with surf heights ranging from three to eight feet. Thursday brings a slight chance of showers mixed with partly sunny skies, while Friday should be predominantly sunny. Highs will be in the mid to upper 60s. By Saturday, conditions begin to moderate nicely. Rip current risks drop to moderate to low, surf heights decrease to one to five feet depending on location, and we'll see sunny skies with highs in the lower 70s as northeast winds diminish to just five miles per hour. Whether you're a surfer, swimmer, or just planning a beach day, make sure to check with lifeguards, monitor conditions carefully, and always swim near surveillance. Stay safe out there. 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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  4. 3D AGO

    NC and SC Surf Forecast: Moderate Rip Current Risk Today, Building Surf Mid-Week, Waves Three to Seven Feet

    Good morning, this is your surf zone forecast for the North Carolina and South Carolina coast brought to you by the National Weather Service Wilmington. A moderate risk of rip currents is in effect through this evening along most of the forecast area. If you're planning to head to the beach today, exercise caution in the surf zone where life-threatening rip currents are possible. Let's break down what to expect. Today will feature partly sunny skies with highs in the mid to upper 60s. Surf heights will range from one to three feet depending on your location, with the highest surf expected along the Georgetown and New Hanover beaches where conditions could reach three to six feet. Northeast winds will blow between 10 and 15 miles per hour. Water temperatures are hovering around 60 degrees, so a wetsuit might be a good idea. There is no thunderstorm potential today, and UV levels are moderate, so sunscreen is still recommended. Moving into Tuesday, conditions improve considerably. Rip current risks drop to low across most areas, though Georgetown will remain moderate. Surf heights will decrease to around one to three feet across the forecast region. Skies will remain partly sunny with highs in the upper 60s. Northeast winds will lighten to five to 10 miles per hour, making for a much more pleasant beach day overall. Now looking ahead to the extended period, conditions become more energetic. Wednesday brings a high rip current risk and an increase in surf energy, with waves building to two to six feet depending on the beach. Northeast winds will increase to around 20 miles per hour and conditions will be mostly sunny. Thursday the surf continues to build with heights reaching three to seven feet in some locations. There is a chance of showers, so keep an eye on the radar. High rip current risks persist throughout the period. By Friday, we'll see another mostly sunny day with highs around 70 degrees. Surf heights will remain elevated at three to seven feet in some areas. Northeast winds will diminish to around 10 miles per hour. There is a slight chance of showers, but overall conditions should be favorable. Tide times vary by location, so check your local inlet for specific high and low tide times to plan your beach visit accordingly. The key takeaway this week is to respect the rip currents, which will be life-threatening especially mid-week. If you find yourself caught in a rip, remember to swim parallel to shore rather than fighting the current. Stay safe out there and enjoy the beach. 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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  5. 4D AGO

    North Carolina South Carolina Beach Forecast Sunday Surf Conditions Rip Currents Thunderstorms

    # Surf Zone Forecast Report Good morning, this is your Sunday surf zone forecast for the North Carolina and South Carolina coast, brought to you by the National Weather Service. If you're planning a beach day today, grab your sunscreen and maybe an umbrella. We're looking at mostly sunny skies through the early afternoon before clouds move in later this evening. There's a moderate chance of showers and thunderstorms developing, so keep an eye on those skies. And here's the thing, there's also a moderate risk of waterspouts, so it's definitely a day to respect Mother Nature. Water temperatures are hovering around 60 degrees along the North Carolina beaches, warming up just slightly to the upper 60s as you head down toward the South Carolina coast. Air temperatures will reach the mid-70s today, so you'll want to be mindful of that very high UV index. Let's talk about the surf. We've got some decent energy in the water. North Carolina's Coastal Pender area is seeing 2 to 4 foot waves, while down in New Hanover we're looking at 1 to 3 feet. As you head south toward Brunswick County and into South Carolina's Horry County, the northern sections are offering 2 to 4 footers, with slightly smaller 1 to 3 foot waves to the south. Over at Georgetown, expect 1 to 3 foot surf. Now here's what you really need to know. There's a Beach Hazards Statement in effect through this evening for several areas, and a Moderate Risk of Rip Currents is in effect throughout the entire forecast region. Strong south to north longshore currents are present along much of the coast today, creating dangerous conditions in the water. If you're planning to swim, be aware of these currents and never fight them if you get caught in one. Looking at Monday, conditions settle down considerably. Thunderstorm potential drops to none, and we'll see mostly cloudy skies clearing to partly sunny by midday. Winds shift to the northeast at 10 to 15 miles per hour. Surf heights will ease slightly to 1 to 3 feet across most areas, and rip current risks remain moderate through the forecast region. High temperatures will drop into the mid 60s. As we move into the extended forecast, Tuesday brings low rip current risks and partly sunny skies with highs in the upper 60s. Wednesday is where things get interesting again. Rip current risks increase significantly, jumping to high risk levels along Georgetown and high risk in many other areas. Surf heights climb back up to 2 to 6 feet depending on your location, with Georgetown seeing the most impressive 3 to 6 foot waves. Northeast winds increase to around 15 to 20 miles per hour. By Thursday, we're maintaining that high rip current risk with continued elevated surf. Wave heights remain in the 2 to 6 foot range, and there's a slight chance of showers. Highs will be in the upper 60s to low 60s. Bottom line, today requires your attention if you're in the water. Respect the rip currents, watch for thunderstorms, and protect yourself from that intense UV. Tomorrow improves significantly, but by Wednesday and Thursday, we'll be back to some exciting surf conditions with dangerous rip currents. Stay safe out there. 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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  6. 5D AGO

    NC and SC Surf Forecast: Sunny Saturday, Showers Sunday, High Surf Warning Wednesday

    Good morning! This is your Saturday surf zone forecast for the North Carolina and South Carolina coast brought to you by the National Weather Service. We're starting this weekend off on a pleasant note. Expect mostly sunny skies today with light south winds between five and ten miles per hour. Surf heights are running two to three feet across most of the region, with water temperatures in the lower to mid sixties. If you're heading out, be aware that a moderate rip current risk is in effect through this evening, so exercise caution and stay aware of those currents. The UV index is running high today, so don't forget your sunscreen. Now let's talk about Sunday. We'll stay mostly sunny through the early afternoon before clouds move in around two o'clock. This is when showers are likely to develop, along with a slight chance of thunderstorms. Winds will pick up a bit, shifting to the southwest and blowing between ten and fifteen miles per hour. We're still looking at two to three foot waves in most areas, with a moderate rip current risk continuing. One thing to note is a strong south to north longshore current will be in effect, so pay attention to that if you're in the water. Looking ahead to Monday, we'll see conditions improve somewhat. Partly sunny skies, moderate rip current risk, and surf around one to three feet. Temperatures will be cooling to the mid sixties with northeast winds around ten miles per hour. Tuesday brings mostly cloudy skies and the rip current risk drops to low across most beaches. Surf heights around two feet, highs in the mid sixties, and light northeast winds. By Wednesday, we need to talk about a significant change. A high rip current risk will be in effect, particularly from Wrightsville Beach southward toward Georgetown. Surf heights are going to build substantially, reaching two to five feet along the central coast and three to six feet down in Georgetown County. Northeast winds will be breezy around twenty to twenty five miles per hour. This is definitely a day to respect the ocean if you're venturing in. If you're planning a beach visit this weekend, today and Sunday are your best bets before conditions get more serious. Have a great Saturday at the beach! 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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  7. 6D AGO

    Surf Forecast Friday Through Tuesday Small Waves Light Winds High Rip Current Risk Sunday

    Good morning! Here's your surf zone forecast for Friday, April third through Tuesday. Let's start with today. You're looking at small surf in the one to three foot range across the entire region with sunny skies and highs in the lower seventies. Winds will be light, coming from the south at five to ten miles per hour. Water temperatures are hanging in the lower to mid sixties, so you might want that spring suit. Now here's the important part: moderate rip current risk is in effect through this evening everywhere north of Brunswick County. If you're heading down to the southern beaches around Sunset Beach or Bald Head Island, east of Ocean Isle you'll see low rip current risk, but Ocean Isle west still has moderate risk. UV index is high, so don't forget the sunscreen. Looking at tides, you've got high tides rolling in around nine in the morning at most locations, with lows hitting between two fifty and three fifteen in the afternoon. Saturday shapes up similarly. Same small surf, mostly sunny skies, and highs in the lower seventies. Light south winds continue. The moderate rip current risk persists everywhere except Brunswick County east of Ocean Isle where it stays low. One thing to note: there's a moderate south to north longshore current developing, particularly noticeable around Pender and New Hanover counties, so just be aware of that if you're doing any paddling. Now let's jump ahead to Sunday because things get interesting. The surf picks up to two to four feet north of Brunswick County, while the south stays at one to three. This is when we see high rip current risk developing down around Horry and Georgetown counties, so definitely respect the water that day. There's a slight to moderate chance of showers moving in, and winds shift to the southwest around fifteen miles per hour. Highs still in the lower seventies. Monday the surf settles back down to one to three feet across the board. Rip current risk drops back to moderate for most areas, though Brunswick and Georgetown counties are looking at low risk. It'll be partly to mostly cloudy with highs in the mid sixties and northeast winds around ten to fifteen miles per hour. Finally, Tuesday wraps up the extended period mostly cloudy with similar small surf in the one to three foot range. Rip current risk continues to decrease, dropping to low across southern areas. Highs in the mid sixties with light north winds. Bottom line: enjoy the nice weather today and Saturday with manageable conditions, but be extra cautious Sunday when the rip currents become more aggressive, especially if you're heading south toward Myrtle Beach or the Georgetown area. It's a great week to be on the water if you respect the ocean. 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

    3 min

  8. APR 2

    Carolina Coast Surf Forecast April 2 Through Monday Moderate Rip Currents Thursday Improving Weekend Conditions

    Good morning! Here's your surf zone forecast for Thursday, April 2nd through Monday for the Carolina coast. Starting with the northern beaches from Surf City down through Wrightsville Beach, expect moderate rip current risks to stay in effect through this evening. Surf heights will run two to three feet today with sunny skies and highs in the lower seventies. South winds will be light at five to ten miles per hour, and water temperatures hover in the upper fifties. The high tide at Topsail Inlet hits at eight twenty-four this morning with a low tide at two twenty in the afternoon. Friday looks much the same across these northern zones. Moderate rip current risks continue with similar two to three foot surf heights and sunny conditions. Highs stay in the lower seventies with gentle south winds. If you're heading out, definitely be aware of those rip currents even though conditions look pleasant. Down around the Brunswick County beaches including Oak Island and Sunset Beach, you'll see lower rip current risks today. Surf heights are a bit smaller at one to two feet with sunny weather and highs in the lower seventies. Southeast winds stay around five miles per hour, and water temperatures dip into the lower sixties. The Myrtle Beach area shows low rip current risks as well through Friday, with one to two foot surf today and slightly larger one to three foot waves expected tomorrow. There's a slight chance of showers Friday, but otherwise expect mostly sunny skies and those lower seventies temperatures. Georgetown beaches remain quiet with low rip current risks and one to two foot surf today, building to one to three feet by Friday. Water temperatures reach the mid sixties here. Again, mostly sunny with a slight shower chance Friday and highs in the lower seventies. Looking ahead to the weekend, Saturday brings improving conditions with mostly sunny skies across the entire region. Highs stay in the lower seventies with light south winds. Rip current risks vary by location but generally remain moderate to low. Sunday is when things get interesting. A significant weather system moves in bringing showers likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms from north to south. Surf heights increase to two to four feet in most locations. Rip current risks escalate notably, particularly around Myrtle Beach and Georgetown where high risks become likely. Winds shift southwest at ten to fifteen miles per hour, and it stays mild in the lower to mid seventies. Wrap up your week Monday with partly sunny skies and diminishing shower chances. Surf drops back to one to three feet as a northeast wind kicks in at ten to fifteen miles per hour. Highs settle into the lower to mid sixties, and rip current risks ease back to moderate or low depending on your beach location. Bottom line for the week: enjoy the beautiful conditions today and Friday, brace for more active surf and weather Sunday, then ease into a calmer pattern to close things out. Stay safe in the water and always respect those rip currents. 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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Welcome to the "Surf Report Wilmington NC," the daily podcast that keeps you in the loop with the latest surf conditions in Wilmington, North Carolina. Whether you're planning to hit the waves or just love to stay informed about the local surf scene, this is your essential daily briefing. Each day, our podcast features: Wave Forecasts: We provide detailed reports on wave heights, wind conditions, and tides, ensuring you know the best times and spots for surfing."Surf Report Wilmington NC" is perfect for anyone who loves surfing and the beach lifestyle. Our quick, informative episodes make it easy for you to keep up with the conditions and enjoy your surfing experience to the fullest. Subscribe to "Surf Report Wilmington NC" on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an update about the waves in Wilmington. Connect with us on social media for real-time alerts and community features. Catch the best waves with us every day!

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