The South Florida coastal waters are set for an active weekend with moderate winds and potential thunderstorms across Atlantic and Gulf regions. Mariners and water enthusiasts should prepare for changing conditions.
Southwestern winds ranging from 10 to 15 knots will dominate today, gradually shifting southward by Sunday. Wave heights are expected to remain modest, primarily between 2 to 3 feet, with occasional choppy conditions in intracoastal waterways.
The Gulf Stream's current position reveals interesting maritime details, with its western wall located just offshore from key coastal landmarks. Near Fowey Rocks, the stream runs approximately 6 nautical miles offshore, while near Port Everglades, it extends 7 nautical miles east.
Scattered thunderstorms will punctuate the forecast, presenting intermittent challenges for boaters. Areas from Jupiter Inlet to Ocean Reef and from East Cape Sable to Bonita Beach should anticipate potential shower activity throughout the weekend and into early next week.
Lake Okeechobee and Biscayne Bay will experience similar conditions, with light to moderate winds and a persistent chance of thunderstorms. Southwestern winds around 5 to 10 knots will characterize these inland waters.
Small craft operators are advised to exercise caution, monitor changing weather patterns, and be prepared for quick atmospheric shifts. While no significant Gulf Stream hazards are currently identified, maritime conditions remain dynamic and warrant careful attention.
As the weekend progresses, winds are expected to gradually diminish, transitioning to gentler southeastern breezes by early next week.
Episode Transcript
Coastal waters forecast a dynamic weekend on Florida's waters. The
South Florida coastal waters are set for an active weekend
with moderate winds and potential thunderstorms across Atlantic and Gulf regions.
Mariners and water enthusiasts should prepare for changing conditions. Southwestern
winds ranging from ten to fifteen knots will dominate today,
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gradually shifting southward by Sunday. Wave heights are expected to
remain modest, primarily between two to three feet, with occasional
choppy conditions in intracoastal waterways. The Gulf Stream's current position
reveals interesting maritime details, with its western wall located just
offshore from key coastal landmarks. Near Fowey Rocks, the stream
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runs approximately six nautical miles off shore, while near Port
Everglades it extends seven nautical miles east. Scattered thunderstorms will
punctuate the forecast, presenting intermittent challenges for boaters. Areas from
Jupiter Inlet to Ocean Reef and from East Cape Sable
to Benita Beach should anticipate potential shower activity throughout the
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weekend and into early next week. Lake Okeechobee and Biscayne
Bay will experience similar conditions, with light to moderate winds
and a persistent chance of thunderstorms. Southwestern winds around five
to ten knots will characterize these inland waters. Small Craft
operators are advised to exercise caution, monitor changing weather patterns,
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and be prepared for quick atmospheric shifts. While no significant
Gulf Stream hazards are currently identified, maritime conditions remain dynamic
and warrant careful attention as the weekend progresses. Winds are
expected to gradually diminish, transitioning to gentler southeastern breezes by
early next week
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