Hey there beachgoers! Ready to catch some waves and soak up the sun? Well, listen up because we've got the lowdown on the surf zone forecast for the Gulf Coast area.

First off, be aware of the high rip current risk in effect until at least Thursday night - especially for you surfers hitting up the gulf beaches. Keep an eye out for those sneaky rip currents!

If you're around South Walton, expect a high rip current risk today with around 4 feet of surf height. Water temperature is a comfy 75 degrees with mostly cloudy skies. Breezy east winds around 25 miles per hour. So hold onto your hats and your boards!

And looking ahead to Thursday, the rip current risk remains high with taller waves at around 6 feet. But hey, at least it'll be mostly sunny later in the day with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. South winds shifting to the west in the afternoon.

Now, for the weekend warriors out there - Friday brings a high rip current risk with 3-foot waves and sunny skies, so slather on that sunscreen and catch those waves!

Remember, safety first out there. Watch out for those rip currents and keep an eye on any updates. Stay safe, surf's up, and enjoy the salty vibes!

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