Hey there, surfers and beachgoers! It's time for your daily dose of wave wisdom and sun-soaked fun with your surf zone forecast. Let's dive into what's shaking in the Virginia area, specifically around Virginia Beach and the beautiful beaches of Maryland and the Outer Banks!

Starting off in Maryland, we've got a moderate rip current risk in effect for the day, keeping us on our toes. The surf height is around 3 feet, with a very high UV index for all you sun-seekers out there. Expect sunny skies, temperatures hitting the upper 80s, and a max heat index of up to 100. Don't forget your sunscreen! Winds will be coming in from the Southwest at 10 to 15 miles per hour, so hold onto your hats!

Moving on to Virginia Beach, where we've got another moderate rip current risk hanging around. The surf height is between 2 to 3 feet, with an extreme UV index and water temperatures in the lower 70s. Sunny skies all day, with temperatures reaching the upper 80s and a max heat index of 101. South winds at 10 to 15 miles per hour will keep things breezy on the sand.

And last but not least, over in the Outer Banks, we're looking at a moderate rip current risk continuing through the evening. Surf heights around 2 feet today, with an extreme UV index and temperatures hitting the upper 80s. Sunday brings waves around 2 to 3 feet, with winds swirling in from the Southwest at 15 miles per hour. Highs in the lower 90s, and a max heat index of up to 107 – things are heating up out there!

Remember, keep an eye out for those rip currents and stay safe out in the water. And don't forget to check out the beach forecast graphic at weather.gov/beach/akq for more details. So grab your board, wax up, and catch some waves while the sun's shining, surfers!

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