Live AI Coastal Briefing
Wednesday 27 May is here and we're kicking off the day with a warm welcome to all our listeners out there, especially those of you planning to hit the beach or get active along our stunning coastline. The massive natural harbour that we're lucky to call our own is looking pretty calm, despite the heavy overcast with 100% cloud cover, and with resident dolphin pods and the towering sand dunes, there's always something to explore. With a temperature already at 18C, it's shaping up to be a great day to get outdoors and enjoy all that our coastal lifestyle has to offer.
The ocean conditions are certainly worth talking about, with a wave height of 2.12m, which is well overhead and really only suitable for experts, so if you're a seasoned surfer, you're in for a treat. The water temperature is a pleasant 21.0C, which is perfect for a spring suit or rashie, and with high tide coming in at 06:10 pm and low tide at 11:35 am, there are plenty of opportunities to get in the water. Whether you're swimming, surfing, or just paddling around, the conditions are looking good, despite the overcast skies.
If you're planning on getting active today, the conditions are looking pretty good, with a light wind of 4 km/h from the WNW, gusting up to 9 km/h, which should make for some great running and cycling conditions. For our surfers, the waves are looking challenging but exciting, and for those who love to paddleboard, the calm bays should provide some smooth and peaceful conditions. And of course, for our anglers, the fishing and boating opportunities are always plentiful in our harbour, with the chance to catch some world-class game fish, so make sure to grab your rod and reel and get out there.
As we head into the afternoon, the outlook is looking pretty good, with no rain expected and plenty of sunshine trying to break through the clouds, so make sure to grab your sunscreen and hat, although with a low UV index of 0.05, you shouldn't need any special protection. With a maximum temperature of 18C, it's going to be a lovely day to get outdoors and enjoy all that our coastal lifestyle has to offer, so why not grab your friends and family and head down to the beach or out onto the water, and make the most of this beautiful Wednesday.