Pink Sand Beach, Harbour Island, Bahamas

Three miles of extraordinary rose-coloured sand on the Atlantic side of Harbour Island — one of the world's most beautiful and unique beaches.

Live AI Coastal Briefing

Thursday, April 9, is shaping up to be a beautiful day in our tropical paradise, with warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. However, we start the day with an important announcement: a Small Craft Advisory is in effect, and all marine users should exercise caution. Today will be an exciting day for beach and water visitors, with plenty of opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and boating, but we urge everyone to be aware of the conditions and take necessary precautions.



The ocean conditions are a bit rough, with seas reaching 5.6 feet, which is considered overhead and rough, so we advise swimmers to exercise caution. The water temperature is a warm 77°F, perfect for wearing boardshorts and enjoying the tropical waters. However, there is a high risk of rip currents for all Atlantic coastal waters, so swimmers should be extremely careful and aware of their surroundings. We recommend checking the local tide chart for high and low tide times to plan your activities accordingly.



For those planning to engage in snorkeling, diving, fishing, or boating, the wind speed of 29mph from the ESE and rough seas may make conditions a bit challenging. However, the excellent air quality and low UV index mean that you can enjoy the outdoors without worrying about sun protection for now. The overcast sky with 81% cloud cover may also provide some relief from the sun, but we still recommend taking necessary precautions to stay safe. With the warm tropical waters and exciting marine life, today is a great day to get out and enjoy the ocean.



As we move into the afternoon and evening, we expect the conditions to remain largely unchanged, with dry conditions expected and no precipitation forecasted. The warm tropical waters and beautiful scenery will continue to make for a wonderful day out, and we encourage everyone to make the most of it. As we look ahead to the rest of the week, the forecast is looking promising, with partly sunny to sunny skies expected on Saturday. For now, let's make the most of this beautiful Thursday, and we wish you a wonderful day in our tropical paradise, filled with sun, sea, and adventure.