Miami Florida for 10-18-2024

Alright, folks, let's dive into the nautical world with your Coastal Waters Forecast for Florida, as of 4:01 AM on Friday, October 18th, 2024.

Starting off with the Atlantic and Gulf coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Bonita Beach, we're looking at some serious breezy vibes. A robust east-northeasterly breeze is in store for the weekend, thanks to high pressure chilling over the Southeast US and a snazzy frontal boundary over the Florida Straits. That means prepare for some choppy seas and hazardous marine conditions all weekend long.

For those of you setting sail, be cautious as we have small craft advisories in effect through Sunday evening. Expect those winds to be around 20 to 25 miles per hour with occasional gusts up to 30 miles per hour. And hold on to your hats, seas will be ranging from 6 to 9 feet, occasionally peaking at 11 feet. Intracoastal waters will be rough in exposed areas, so keep an eye out if you're cruising there.

Now, for the fishing enthusiasts out there, pay attention to those Gulf Stream hazards with winds around 20 to 25 miles per hour and seas reaching 6 to 10 feet throughout the weekend. It's gonna be a bit bumpy out there, so make sure your sea legs are ready!

And for the details on specific areas like Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach and Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef, we've got more of the same. Expect those gusty winds and high seas number dance to continue through the weekend, so be prepared.

Wrapping up with a note for Lake Okeechobee and Biscayne Bay, it's choppy waters ahead, my friends. Small craft advisories also in play through the weekend, with those winds kicking up some serious waves.

Remember, safety first, especially for all you sailors and fishermen out there. Check out the full forecast for more deets, and stay informed before hitting the waters.

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