Ahoy there, beach bums and wave riders! Let's catch you up on the surf zone forecast, brought to you by the National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City, NC.

In the Northern Outer Banks area, we've got a high rip current risk today, with surf heights of 3 to 4 feet. The sun is shining bright, and the UV index is extreme, so don't forget your sunscreen. Temperatures will be in the lower 80s with a light southwest breeze, becoming south later on. Tomorrow, the rip current risk drops to low, with slightly smaller waves at 2 to 3 feet and warmer temperatures in the upper 80s.

For those hanging out on Hatteras Island, the story is similar, with high rip current risks and sunny skies. Surf heights will be around 3 to 4 feet, and temperatures in the lower 80s for today. Tomorrow, expect a mix of sun and a slight chance of showers with moderate rip currents north and high rip currents south of Cape Hatteras.

Ocracoke Island is also seeing a high rip current risk today and tomorrow, along with sunny weather and surf heights of 3 to 4 feet. Temperatures will be in the lower 80s today and climbing to the upper 80s tomorrow. Make sure to keep an eye out for those life-threatening rip currents.

In East Carteret, including Cape Lookout National Seashore and Shackleford Banks, high rip current risks persist today, with sunny skies, 3 to 4 feet surf heights, and extreme UV index. Tomorrow, the rip current risk eases slightly on the Core Banks but remains high on Shackleford Banks.

And over in West Carteret, with beaches like Fort Macon and Atlantic Beach, rip current risks remain high both today and tomorrow, with surf heights of 3 to 4 feet. There's a slight chance of showers, so keep an eye on the skies while enjoying the sun.

Lastly, Coastal Onslow around Hammocks Beach and North Topsail Beach is looking at high rip current risks today and tomorrow, along with moderate to low thunderstorm potential. Surf heights will be around 3 to 4 feet today and around 3 feet tomorrow.

So, fellow surf enthusiasts, stay safe out there, watch out for those rip currents, and catch some awesome waves. This has been a Quiet Please Studios audio creation with the help of AI. Please subscribe and never miss a Swell! Thank you for listening.