It’s finally starting to feel like summer.
The south swells are pumping and the all-day overcast skies at the coast have finally disappeared, but be warned if you’re headed to the beach – the ocean is still pretty chilly, with temps lingering in the mid-60s.
National Weather Service meteorologist Casey Oswant said the latest south swell brought waves Friday, July 7, in the 3- to 6-foot range across Orange County’s coast.
The surf was even bigger at the Wedge in Newport Beach, where beefy barrels brought out crowds in the water.
But the swell also brings a higher risk of strong rip currents, Oswant warned. Beachgoers should always talk to a lifeguard before getting in the water, she said.
“We are expecting that elevated surf continuing into (Saturday) before it starts to diminish over the weekend,” she said.
Weather-wise, this weekend is expected be in the low 70s along the coast and closer to 80 inland.
“Warm and pleasant, nothing too out of the ordinary,” Oswant said, noting there could be morning and evening clouds, but daytime hours should be clear.
Next week, however, will be a different story. Temps will hit a scorching 110 to 115 degrees in the high desert and Coachella Valley region. The Inland Empire will see highs in the low 100s.
“The coast will warm up during that time, but not quite as significantly,” Oswant said. “Luckily, we will keep that marine influence.”
Temps along the coast later next week will be in the upper 70s, though may reach into the low 90s further inland, she said.
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