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Surf Zone Forecast for Maine
National Weather Service Gray ME
214 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
.For the ocean beaches of Maine and New Hampshire...
NHZ014-092000-
Coastal Rockingham-
Including the beaches of Portsmouth and Hampton
215 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
.REST OF TODAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................North winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 2 feet.
Water Temperature...........61 degrees.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Hampton Beach............High 10.5 feet (MLLW) 01:16 PM EDT.
.FRIDAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming
south in the afternoon.
Surf Height.................Around 2 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Hampton Beach............Low -0.4 feet (MLLW) 08:10 AM EDT.
High 10.3 feet (MLLW) 02:06 PM EDT.
.SATURDAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Sunny. Highs in the mid 60s.
Southwest winds around 5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Surf height around 5 feet. Mostly cloudy. A chance of
showers. Highs around 60. Northeast winds around 15 mph.
.COLUMBUS DAY...Surf height around 13 feet. Mostly cloudy. Showers
likely. Highs in the upper 50s. Northeast winds around 20 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ023-092000-
Coastal York-
Including the beaches of Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit,
and York
215 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
.REST OF TODAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................North winds around 10 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 3 feet.
Water Temperature...........60 degrees.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Old Orchard Beach........High 11.2 feet (MLLW) 01:02 PM EDT.
Wells Beach..............High 11.1 feet (MLLW) 01:10 PM EDT.
.FRIDAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................West winds around 5 mph, becoming south
in the afternoon.
Surf Height.................Around 2 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Old Orchard Beach........Low -0.4 feet (MLLW) 07:32 AM EDT.
High 11.0 feet (MLLW) 01:52 PM EDT.
Wells Beach..............Low -0.4 feet (MLLW) 07:38 AM EDT.
High 11.0 feet (MLLW) 02:01 PM EDT.
.SATURDAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
Southwest winds around 5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Surf height around 5 feet. Mostly cloudy. A chance of
showers. Highs in the upper 50s. Northeast winds around 15 mph.
.COLUMBUS DAY...Surf height around 13 feet. Mostly cloudy. Showers
likely. Highs in the mid 50s. Breezy. Northeast winds around 25 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ024-092000-
Coastal Cumberland-
Including the beaches of Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent
215 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
.REST OF TODAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds around 15 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 3 feet.
Water Temperature...........59 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Higgins Beach............High 11.2 feet (MLLW) 01:02 PM EDT.
.FRIDAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................West winds around 5 mph, becoming south
in the afternoon.
Surf Height.................Around 2 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Higgins Beach............Low -0.4 feet (MLLW) 07:32 AM EDT.
High 11.0 feet (MLLW) 01:52 PM EDT.
.SATURDAY...Surf height around 1 foot. Sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Surf height around 1 foot. Partly sunny. A chance of
showers. Highs in the upper 50s. Northeast winds around 15 mph.
.COLUMBUS DAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Mostly cloudy. Showers
likely. Highs in the mid 50s. Breezy. Northeast winds around 25 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ025-092000-
Sagadahoc-
Including the beaches of Reid State Park and Popham
215 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
.REST OF TODAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................North winds around 15 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 3 feet.
Water Temperature...........58 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Popham Beach.............High 10.1 feet (MLLW) 01:28 PM EDT.
.FRIDAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest in the afternoon.
Surf Height.................Around 2 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Popham Beach.............Low -0.3 feet (MLLW) 08:06 AM EDT.
High 10.0 feet (MLLW) 02:18 PM EDT.
.SATURDAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly cloudy. A slight chance
of showers. Highs in the upper 50s. Northeast winds around 10 mph.
.COLUMBUS DAY...Surf height around 11 feet. Mostly cloudy. Showers
likely. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast winds around 20 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ026-092000-
Lincoln-
Including the beaches of Pemaquid
215 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
.REST OF TODAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................North winds around 15 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 3 feet.
Water Temperature...........57 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Pemaquid Beach...........High 11.2 feet (MLLW) 12:57 PM EDT.
.FRIDAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest in the afternoon.
Surf Height.................Around 2 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Pemaquid Beach...........Low -0.4 feet (MLLW) 07:34 AM EDT.
High 11.0 feet (MLLW) 01:47 PM EDT.
.SATURDAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Mostly cloudy. A slight chance
of showers. Highs around 60. Northeast winds around 10 mph.
.COLUMBUS DAY...Surf height around 11 feet. Mostly cloudy. Showers
likely. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast winds around 20 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ027-092000-
Knox-
Including the beaches of Birch Point
215 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
.REST OF TODAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds around 15 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 4 feet.
Water Temperature...........57 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Birch Point Beach........High 12.2 feet (MLLW) 12:52 PM EDT.
.FRIDAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest in the afternoon.
Surf Height.................Around 2 feet.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Birch Point Beach........Low -0.3 feet (MLLW) 07:31 AM EDT.
High 12.1 feet (MLLW) 01:42 PM EDT.
.SATURDAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Partly sunny. A slight chance of
showers. Highs in the upper 50s. Northeast winds around 10 mph.
.COLUMBUS DAY...Surf height around 11 feet. Mostly cloudy. Showers
likely. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast winds around 20 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$
MEZ028-092000-
Coastal Waldo-
Including the beaches of Moose Point State Park
215 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
.REST OF TODAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
UV Index....................Moderate.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds around 15 mph.
Surf Height.................Around 1 foot.
Water Temperature...........57 degrees. According to the USCG, when
the water temperature is below 60
degrees, the average submerged person
could lose dexterity within minutes and
be unable to accomplish simple tasks
like buckling a life jacket or
operating a radio.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Moose Point State Park...High 12.8 feet (MLLW) 12:51 PM EDT.
.FRIDAY...
Weather.....................Sunny.
Thunderstorm Potential......None.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................West winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest in the afternoon.
Surf Height.................Around 1 foot.
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Tides...
Moose Point State Park...Low -0.3 feet (MLLW) 07:25 AM EDT.
High 12.6 feet (MLLW) 01:41 PM EDT.
.SATURDAY...Surf height around 2 feet. Sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
Southwest winds around 5 mph.
.SUNDAY...Surf height around 3 feet. Partly sunny. Highs in the upper
50s. East winds around 10 mph.
.COLUMBUS DAY...Surf height around 11 feet. Mostly cloudy. A chance
of showers. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast winds around 15 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave
conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced
rip currents. However, rip currents are always possible, especially
near jetties and other structures. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* Moderate Risk - A moderate risk of rip currents implies
that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with
local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life
guard, and never alone or at night. Always have a flotation device
with you in the water.
* High Risk - A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and
potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people
entering the surf. People visiting the beaches should stay out of
the high surf.
$$