Hey there beach lovers! Welcome to your Maine surf zone forecast brought to you by the National Weather Service in Gray. Get ready to ride those waves with all the deets you need for a great day at the beach.

Let's start off with today's outlook for Coastal Rockingham, Portsmouth, and Hampton. The sun is shining bright, giving you the perfect opportunity to catch some waves. With temperatures in the lower 80s and a surf height of around 3 feet, it's a beach day you won't want to miss. Just a heads up, the UV index is very high, so don't forget that sunscreen to keep the burn at bay!

Looking ahead to Saturday, expect mostly cloudy skies with showers and a chance of thunderstorms. The surf height will be around 2 feet, so get ready for some splashing fun in the water. Remember to keep an eye out for rip currents, although the risk is low, always be cautious near jetties and structures.

Moving over to Coastal York at Old Orchard, Wells, Ogunquit, and York, get ready for a mix of sun and clouds today with temperatures in the lower 70s and a surf height of 4 to 5 feet. Come Saturday, showers are likely with a moderate chance of thunderstorms, but don't let that rain on your parade. The surf will be around 3 feet, perfect for some wave-riding action.

And finally, over in Coastal Cumberland at Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent, you can expect mostly sunny skies with surf heights ranging from 4 to 5 feet. On Saturday, showers are likely with a surf height of 3 to 4 feet, giving you the perfect opportunity to catch some waves before the rain sets in.

Remember, always check with local beach patrols and keep an eye out for those rip currents, even if the risk is low. Now get out there, surfers, and have a fantastic day riding those 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.