Live AI Coastal Briefing
It's Tuesday, 26 May, and a beautiful morning to all our coastal lovers out there, greeting you from Australia's easternmost point where the rainforest meets world-class surf. The current temperature is a pleasant 17C, and we're seeing a heavy overcast with 100% cloud cover, so it's a great day to get out and enjoy the scenery. With the humidity at 98%, it's feeling quite misty, but that's not deterring the dolphins and whales that are daily visitors to our stunning coastline.
The ocean conditions are certainly worth noting, with an extremely large and dangerous wave height of 2.76m, so we strongly advise everyone to stay out of the water today. The water temperature is a warm 22.6C, which is perfect for boardshorts, but unfortunately, the large waves make it unsafe for swimming and other water activities. We've got a high tide coming in at 05:01 pm with a height of 1.6m, and a low tide at 10:34 am with a height of -1.8m, so it's essential to plan your coastal activities accordingly.
For all our sports and fitness enthusiasts, today might not be the best day for surfing due to the extremely large waves, but for experienced surfers, The Pass might still deliver some long right-handers, and Main Beach has consistent banks, while Wategos is a sheltered paradise. Runners and cyclists can still enjoy the scenic coastal paths, and anglers might want to try their luck from the shore or a safe distance from the water's edge. Paddleboarders, however, should exercise extreme caution or consider postponing their activities until the wave height subsides.
As we head into the afternoon, the wind is expected to remain at a gentle 10 km/h from the WSW, gusting up to 19 km/h, and with no rain expected, it should be a pleasant day for outdoor activities. With a low UV alert and no special protection needed, you can enjoy the scenery without worrying about the sun. So, grab your gear, get out there, and make the most of this stunning coastal day, and we'll catch you back here tomorrow with another update on the coastal weather.