Hey there beachgoers! Welcome to your surf zone forecast for the Tallahassee area. Ready to catch some gnarly waves? Let's dive in!

Today, the easterly flow is holding strong, bringing a high risk of rip currents to Franklin County. Be cautious! A longer period swell entering the Gulf will heighten the rip current risk elsewhere. Winds will pick up and shift to the south or south southeast, increasing surf heights along the beaches. So, stay alert out there!

For South Walton, get ready for a high rip current risk and surf heights around 3 feet today. Expect some showers and a chance of thunderstorms with east winds at 20 mph. Water temperature is a cozy 81 degrees. Tomorrow, the surf height will hit around 7 feet, so hold onto your boards! Breezy south winds at 20 to 25 mph will be blowing in.

In Coastal Bay, it's a similar story with a high rip current risk and 3-foot surf heights today. The water temperature is slightly warmer at 82 degrees. Thursday brings 7-foot surf heights with sunny breaks in the afternoon. Be prepared for south winds at 25 mph.

Coastal Gulf, including the beaches of Saint Joe Beach, is looking at a moderate rip current risk today with varying surf heights. Expect mostly cloudy weather and a chance of showers. Tomorrow, the risk ramps up to high with surf heights up to 7 feet. Partly sunny skies and south winds at 20 to 25 mph are expected.

Lastly, Coastal Franklin, including Apalachicola, is facing a high rip current risk. Today's surf height will be around 3 feet, accompanied by cloudy weather and possible thunderstorms. Tomorrow, the surf height remains the same with partly sunny skies. Keep an eye out for those southeast winds at 15 to 20 mph.

Remember to check out the full forecast on the National Weather Service website for any lightning, waterspout, or UV concerns. Stay safe, have fun, and catch some unforgettable waves!

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