
A wet Memorial Day weekend is in store for the East, with widespread rainfall of 1 to more than 2 inches expected from the Gulf Coast to southern New England. Well above normal temperatures are forecast to build across the northern Plains. Another round of heavy to excessive rainfall is expected to impact the western Gulf Coast this weekend with Flood Watches in effect. Read More >
Large waves breaking on or near the shore resulting from swells spawned by a distant storm.
High Surf Terminology
| High Surf Advisory | A high surf advisory is issued when breaking wave action poses a threat to life and property within the surf zone. |
| High Surf Warning | A high surf warning is issued when breaking wave action results in an especially heightened threat to life and property within the surf zone. |
Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements Issued: 05/19/2026 07:55:00 PM UTC
Coastal Waters Forecast Issued: 05/22/2026 08:00:00 PM UTC