Massive South Swell Hits Southern California Beaches: High Rip Current Risk and Powerful 4-8 Foot Waves Expected This Weekend

28/09/2025 1 min
Massive South Swell Hits Southern California Beaches: High Rip Current Risk and Powerful 4-8 Foot Waves Expected This Weekend

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Surf's up, wave riders! The Southern California coast is serving up some serious swell action this weekend. We're looking at a high-risk rip current situation that demands your full attention and respect.Orange County beaches are about to get hammered with 4 to 7-foot waves, potentially reaching up to 8 feet on those south and southwest facing shorelines. San Diego County isn't far behind, with 3 to 5-foot surf that could spike to 6 feet in certain zones.A potent south swell is charging in from 180 to 200 degrees, bringing some serious power to the coastline. Water temperatures are hovering between a chilly 64 and 69 degrees, so you'll want that wetsuit ready.Tide schedule highlights include a high tide at Newport Beach around 1:45 PM today, climbing to 4.6 feet, then dropping to a low of 1.2 feet by 11:07 PM. La Jolla follows a similar pattern with its high tide at 1:35 PM.Thunderstorms? Not in the forecast. But those rip currents are the real deal - we're talking high-risk conditions that could turn a fun day into a dangerous situation fast. Experienced surfers, stay sharp. Beginners, this might not be your day to paddle out.Bottom line: If you're hitting the water, bring your A-game, stay alert, and know your limits. These waves are not playing around. Stay safe, stay smart, and catch some epic rides!For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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