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Surf Zone Forecast for Maine
National Weather Service Gray ME
745 PM EDT Fri May 17 2024
.For the ocean beaches of Maine and New Hampshire...
NHZ014-180800-
Coastal Rockingham-
Including the beaches of Portsmouth and Hampton
745 PM EDT Fri May 17 2024
.SATURDAY...
Weather.....................Cloudy. Scattered showers.
UV Index....................Low.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 15 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 5 feet.
Water Temperature...........52 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Moderate.
Tides...
Hampton Beach............High 7.6 feet (MLLW) 08:33 AM EDT.
Low 1.3 feet (MLLW) 03:02 PM EDT.
.SUNDAY...
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 4 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Hampton Beach............High 7.6 feet (MLLW) 09:24 AM EDT.
Low 1.3 feet (MLLW) 03:45 PM EDT.
.MONDAY...Surf height around 4 feet. Partly sunny. Highs in the lower
60s. East winds around 5 mph.
.TUESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
South winds around 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
lower 70s. South winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ023-180800-
Coastal York-
Including the beaches of Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit,
and York
745 PM EDT Fri May 17 2024
.SATURDAY...
Weather.....................Cloudy. Rain likely.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 15 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 5 feet.
Water Temperature...........52 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Moderate.
Tides...
Old Orchard Beach........High 8.1 feet (MLLW) 08:19 AM EDT.
Low 1.4 feet (MLLW) 02:24 PM EDT.
Wells Beach..............High 8.0 feet (MLLW) 08:22 AM EDT.
Low 1.4 feet (MLLW) 02:31 PM EDT.
.SUNDAY...
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
Surf Height.................4 to 5 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Old Orchard Beach........High 8.1 feet (MLLW) 09:10 AM EDT.
Low 1.4 feet (MLLW) 03:07 PM EDT.
Wells Beach..............High 8.1 feet (MLLW) 09:13 AM EDT.
Low 1.4 feet (MLLW) 03:15 PM EDT.
.MONDAY...Surf height around 4 feet. Partly sunny. Highs in the mid
50s. East winds around 5 mph.
.TUESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
lower 60s. South winds around 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
mid 60s. South winds around 15 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ024-180800-
Coastal Cumberland-
Including the beaches of Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent
745 PM EDT Fri May 17 2024
.SATURDAY...
Weather.....................Cloudy. Rain likely.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................4 to 5 feet.
Water Temperature...........51 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Moderate.
Tides...
Higgins Beach............High 8.1 feet (MLLW) 08:19 AM EDT.
Low 1.4 feet (MLLW) 02:24 PM EDT.
.SUNDAY...
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................4 to 5 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Higgins Beach............High 8.1 feet (MLLW) 09:10 AM EDT.
Low 1.4 feet (MLLW) 03:07 PM EDT.
.MONDAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Partly sunny. Highs around 60.
Southeast winds around 5 mph.
.TUESDAY...Surf height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid
60s. South winds around 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
upper 60s. South winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ025-180800-
Sagadahoc-
Including the beaches of Reid State Park and Popham
745 PM EDT Fri May 17 2024
.SATURDAY...
Weather.....................Cloudy. Rain likely.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 5 feet.
Water Temperature...........50 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Moderate.
Tides...
Popham Beach.............High 7.3 feet (MLLW) 08:45 AM EDT.
Low 1.2 feet (MLLW) 02:58 PM EDT.
.SUNDAY...
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Surf Height.................4 to 5 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Popham Beach.............High 7.3 feet (MLLW) 09:36 AM EDT.
Low 1.2 feet (MLLW) 03:41 PM EDT.
.MONDAY...Surf height around 4 feet. Partly sunny. Highs around 60.
Southeast winds around 5 mph.
.TUESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
lower 60s. South winds around 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
mid 60s. South winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ026-180800-
Lincoln-
Including the beaches of Pemaquid
745 PM EDT Fri May 17 2024
.SATURDAY...
Weather.....................Cloudy. Rain likely.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 5 feet.
Water Temperature...........48 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 50
degrees, the chance of immediate
incapacitation due to cold shock is
extremely high, and chances of survival
become severely diminished even with
the appropriate thermal protection.
Rip Current Risk*...........Moderate.
Tides...
Pemaquid Beach...........High 8.1 feet (MLLW) 08:14 AM EDT.
Low 1.4 feet (MLLW) 02:26 PM EDT.
.SUNDAY...
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 5 mph.
Surf Height.................4 to 5 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Pemaquid Beach...........High 8.1 feet (MLLW) 09:05 AM EDT.
Low 1.4 feet (MLLW) 03:09 PM EDT.
.MONDAY...Surf height around 4 feet. Partly sunny. Highs around 60.
Southeast winds around 5 mph.
.TUESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
lower 60s. South winds around 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
mid 60s. South winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ027-180800-
Knox-
Including the beaches of Birch Point
745 PM EDT Fri May 17 2024
.SATURDAY...
Weather.....................Cloudy. Rain likely.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 4 feet.
Water Temperature...........47 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 50
degrees, the chance of immediate
incapacitation due to cold shock is
extremely high, and chances of survival
become severely diminished even with
the appropriate thermal protection.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Birch Point Beach........High 9.1 feet (MLLW) 08:12 AM EDT.
Low 1.3 feet (MLLW) 02:19 PM EDT.
.SUNDAY...
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 4 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Birch Point Beach........High 9.1 feet (MLLW) 09:02 AM EDT.
Low 1.3 feet (MLLW) 03:03 PM EDT.
.MONDAY...Surf height around 4 feet. Partly sunny. Highs in the upper
50s. Southeast winds around 5 mph.
.TUESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
lower 60s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
lower 60s. South winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ028-180800-
Coastal Waldo-
Including the beaches of Moose Point State Park
745 PM EDT Fri May 17 2024
.SATURDAY...
Weather.....................Cloudy. Rain likely.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 1 foot.
Water Temperature...........47 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 50
degrees, the chance of immediate
incapacitation due to cold shock is
extremely high, and chances of survival
become severely diminished even with
the appropriate thermal protection.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Moose Point State Park...High 9.3 feet (MLLW) 08:05 AM EDT.
Low 1.6 feet (MLLW) 02:13 PM EDT.
.SUNDAY...
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 5 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 1 foot.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Moose Point State Park...High 9.3 feet (MLLW) 08:55 AM EDT.
Low 1.6 feet (MLLW) 02:58 PM EDT.
.MONDAY...Surf height around 4 feet. Partly sunny. Highs in the mid
60s. Southeast winds around 5 mph.
.TUESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the
upper 60s. South winds around 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs around
70. South winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$