Bama Beach Weather

A Guide To Nature’s Elements and Planning Your Next Adventure

rip currents

  • Hotter and Mostly Sunny Through Next Week

    The heat is sticking around across Alabama’s beaches, with mostly sunny skies and highs in the low to mid 90s through much of next week. A few showers or thunderstorms could pop up during the afternoon today, Saturday, and Sunday, but rain chances remain pretty limited. Otherwise, sunshine will dominate, with overnight lows staying near… Read more

  • Dangerous Heat Builds Through Next Week

    If you’re planning a trip to Alabama’s beaches, the latest Gulf Shores and Orange Beach weather forecast call for plenty of sunshine, increasing heat, and only a slight chance of an isolated afternoon shower through the weekend. While beach conditions will gradually improve after Friday’s elevated rip current risk, dangerous heat will become the primary… Read more

  • High rip current risk through Friday night

    A High Rip Current Risk remains in effect through Friday afternoon, meaning life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf zone. Even experienced swimmers can quickly get into trouble in these conditions, so it’s safest to stay out of the Gulf until conditions improve. Friday will otherwise be a hot beach day, with mostly sunny… Read more

  • More than 20 rescued from Gulf waters on Thursday

    Numerous water rescues happened Thursday following high surf from tropical storm Bertha Read more

  • Beach Safety 101: Knowing The Flag System

    Whether there is rough surf or dangerous marine life, it’s extremely important to understand the flags before entering the water. Read more

  • 9 Most Common Coastal Weather Advisories for the Gulf of Mexico

    Coastal weather advisories are issued to inform the public, especially those on or near the water, about hazardous marine conditions. These warnings help mariners, boaters, and coastal residents prepare for potentially dangerous weather events. Below are the most common types of coastal weather advisories: 1. Gale Warning 2. Small Craft Advisory 3. Marine Fog Advisory… Read more

  • Rip Currents vs Rip Tides: Is There A Difference?

    When it comes to ocean safety, understanding the differences between rip currents and rip tides can be a lifesaver. These powerful water phenomena are often confused, but they have distinct characteristics and effects. Here, we’ll break down what rip currents and rip tides are, how they form, their dangers, and how you can stay safe.… Read more