Melbourne Florida for 10-09-2024

Alright, folks! Let's dive into the wavy world of East Central Florida's Coastal Waters Forecast. Hold onto your hats because it's going to be a wild ride.

Today, we've got major Hurricane Milton knocking on our doorsteps from the Gulf of Mexico. As Milton strolls across central Florida tonight through Thursday, brace yourselves for some seriously perilous boating conditions. Hurricane warnings are flying high for all Central Florida Atlantic waters. It's going to be a rough ride, folks!

If you're planning to venture out, expect Tropical Storm conditions today with potential hurricanes lurking around. East winds will be clocking in around 15 to 20 knots, eventually shifting to the northeast and picking up to 20 to 25 knots this afternoon. Seas will be climbing steadily from 5 to 6 feet up to 6 to 8 feet, occasionally reaching 10 feet. Showers are on the menu, with thunderstorms threatening to crash the party.

Tonight, we're in for a bumpy night as Tropical Storm conditions escalate with a peek of hurricane conditions. Hang tight as northeast winds howl at 25 to 30 knots, shifting to a mighty east at 40 to 45 knots and gusting up to a staggering 55 knots after midnight. Seas will surge to 9 to 10 feet, pumping up to 13 feet, possibly even hitting 19 feet during the witching hours. It's going to be a thunderous night with showers and storms likely.

As Thursday rolls in, be prepared for the full hurricane experience. East winds will be cranking up to a whopping 45 to 55 knots, with gusts up to 70 knots. Seas will reach dizzying heights of 18 to 21 feet, occasionally even soaring to 27 feet in the afternoon. Hang on tight, folks. Thunderstorms will be making a grand entrance in the morning, with showers and a chance of thunderstorms lingering into the afternoon.

Now, if those rough waters are making you consider a leisurely weekend plan, hold that thought. Saturday and Sunday might bring some respite with calmer winds and seas, but it's always good to keep an eye on the horizon.

For more detailed information, check out the link in the show notes. Stay safe out there and make sure your sail is set for adventure or safety, depending on how you see it. Thank you for listening and make sure to subscribe to never miss an update!