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Saturday’s Weather
Warm weather continues over the weekend, although healthy sea breezes will develop during the afternoons keeping conditions cooler near the coast.
BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING
WHAT…Please check with state and local authorities regarding guidelines for allowed activities. The warm air temperatures in the upper 60s to mid-70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently only in the mid to upper 40s.
WHERE…In New Hampshire, Coastal Rockingham County.
WHEN…From Saturday morning through Saturday evening.
IMPACTS…The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard, when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
Weather Outlook, May 15 – May 19
Today: Mostly sunny High: 78 Winds: WNW 5-10 mph
Tonight: Partly cloudy Low 52 Winds: Light & Variable
Sunday: Mix sun & clouds with a spot thunderstorm High 76 Winds: W 5-10 mph
Sunday night: Partly cloudy Low 49 Winds: Light & Variable
Monday: Some sun with a few thunderstorms High 75 Winds: Light & Variable
Monday night: Partly cloudy Low 49 Winds: Light & Variable
Tuesday: Mix sun & clouds High 79 Winds: W 5-10 mph
Tuesday night: Partly cloudy Low 57 Winds: W 5-10 mph
Wednesday: Mostly sunny & warm High 86 Winds: WNW 10-15 mph
Wednesday night: Partly cloudy & mild Low 60 Winds: WNW 5-10 mph
Weather Patterns We’re Watching
Beach forecast for Hampton & Rye
Beach forecast for Hampton & Rye
- Weather Outlook: Sunny.
- UV Index: Moderate.
- Thunderstorm Potential: None.
- High Temperature: Upper 60s.
- Winds: Northwest winds around 5 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
- Surf Height: Around 1 foot.
- Water Temperature: 50 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…Hampton Beach. Low 0.4 feet (MLLW) 08:48 AM EDT. High 7.6 feet (MLLW) 02:47 PM EDT.
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