Melbourne Florida for 08-15-2024

Alright, folks, let's dive into the coastal waters forecast for East Central Florida. This is your go-to guide for what to expect out there on the open water. So, here's the scoop:

Today, we've got some action happening offshore as a surface front moves on through. Behind it, we're looking at breezy onshore flow picking up, and brace yourselves because Hurricane Ernesto is sending some long period swells our way. Boating conditions? Not so great, they are gonna be ranging from poor to downright hazardous all the way into Friday. But hey, there's a silver lining - things should start to settle down and improve over the weekend as those swells ease up.

Now, if you're planning to hit the waters closer to the shore, here's what you can expect:

For Flagler Beach to Volusia-Brevard County Line, we're looking at some northeast winds coming in at 10 to 15 knots today. Seas ranging from 3 to 5 feet, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Keep an eye out for a moderate chop on the intracoastal waters. Tonight, those winds are staying pretty consistent, with seas around 4 to 5 feet. Tomorrow, winds dial it back a bit, and we could see seas building up to 6 feet at times. Stay safe out there!

And for all you adventurers going from Volusia-Brevard County Line down to Sebastian Inlet, pretty similar vibes - northeast winds at 5 to 10 knots today, picking up a bit late morning and into the afternoon. Seas ranging from 3 to 4 feet. Tomorrow, expect those seas to develop further, hitting 4 to 6 feet at times. It's definitely a time to keep an eye on the weather.

Remember, friends, always keep an eye on those winds and waves when you're out and about, especially around thunderstorms.

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