Gale Warning
Offshore Waters Forecast for the Gulf of America
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami, FL
938 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
Offshore Waters Forecast for the Gulf of America
Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.
GMZ047-311345-
SE Gulf of America from 22N to 26N E of 87W including Straits of
Florida-
938 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...GALE WARNING...
.OVERNIGHT...S of 24N, NW winds 10 kt. N of 24N, W to NW winds
10 kt, increasing to 15 to 20 kt late. Seas 3 to 5 ft.
Scattered showers.
.SAT...NW winds 20 to 30 kt, increasing to 30 to 35 kt in the
afternoon. Seas 7 to 10 ft in W swell, building to 10 to 15 ft in
NW swell early in the afternoon. Scattered showers.
.SAT NIGHT...NW to N winds 30 to 35 kt. Seas 10 to 16 ft in NW to N
swell.
.SUN...NW to N winds 25 to 35 kt early, diminishing to 20 to 25 kt
in the afternoon. Seas 10 to 14 ft, subsiding to 8 to 11 ft in the
afternoon.
.SUN NIGHT...N winds 15 to 20 kt. Seas 7 to 10 ft in NW to N swell.
.MON...N to NE winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 5 to 7 ft.
.MON NIGHT...NE winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 4 to 6 ft.
.TUE...NE to E winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 3 to 5 ft.
.TUE NIGHT...E winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 2 to 4 ft.
.WED...S of 24N, E to SE winds 10 kt early in the morning,
becoming variable less than 5 kt. N of 24N, SE to S winds 10 kt.
Seas 2 to 4 ft.
.WED NIGHT...NW winds 10 kt S of 24N, and SW to W 15 to 20 kt N
of 24N. Seas 2 to 4 ft.
$$
Bahamas
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami, FL
925 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
Offshore Waters Forecast for the SW N Atlantic from 19N to 31N W
of 55W including Bahamas.
Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.
AMZ075-311430-
Northern Bahamas from 24N to 27N-
925 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...GALE WARNING...
.OVERNIGHT...In the open Atlc waters, E to SE winds 15 to 20 kt,
shifting to SW 10 to 15 kt late. Elsewhere, SE winds
10 to 15 kt, shifting to W to NW late. Seas 5 to 7 ft in NE to E
swell. Scattered showers.
.SAT...W to NW winds 15 kt, increasing to 20 to 25 kt early in
the afternoon. Seas 5 to 7 ft.
.SAT NIGHT...W to NW winds 25 to 35 kt. Seas 9 to 14 ft in W to
NW swell.
.SUN...NW winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 10 to 16 ft in NW swell.
.SUN NIGHT...NW winds 15 to 20 kt. Seas 9 to 13 ft in NW swell.
.MON...NW to N winds 15 to 20 kt. Seas 8 to 12 ft in NW to N
swell.
.MON NIGHT...N winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 7 to 11 ft in N swell.
.TUE...N to NE winds 10 kt. Seas 6 to 9 ft in N swell.
.TUE NIGHT...NE to E winds 10 kt. Seas 5 to 7 ft in N swell.
.WED...E winds 10 kt. Seas 4 to 6 ft in N to NE swell.
.WED NIGHT...SE winds 10 kt. Seas 3 to 5 ft.
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
1250 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
AMZ630-311200-
/O.UPG.KMFL.GL.A.0001.260201T0000Z-260201T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KMFL.GL.W.0002.260131T1800Z-260201T1200Z/
Biscayne Bay-
1250 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt wind gusts up to 40 knots.
* WHERE...Biscayne Bay.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
1250 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
AMZ650-651-670-671-311200-
/O.UPG.KMFL.GL.A.0001.260131T1800Z-260201T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMFL.GL.W.0002.260131T1500Z-260201T1800Z/
Coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
Waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL from 20 to 60 NM
excluding the territorial waters of Bahamas-
1250 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO 1 PM EST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and
seas 9 to 14 ft expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach
FL out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean
Reef FL out 20 NM, Waters from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield
Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM and Waters from Deerfield Beach to
Ocean Reef FL from 20 to 60 NM excluding the territorial
waters of Bahamas.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Saturday to 1 PM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
1250 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
GMZ656-657-676-311200-
/O.UPG.KMFL.GL.A.0001.260131T1800Z-260201T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KMFL.GL.W.0002.260131T1500Z-260201T1800Z/
Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
1250 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO 1 PM EST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and
seas 9 to 14 ft expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out
20 NM, Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL
out 20 NM and Waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL from
20 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Saturday to 1 PM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
Baxter
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
1049 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
GMZ830-836-850-853-856-870-873-876-011500-
/O.UPG.KTBW.GL.A.0001.260131T1500Z-260201T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KTBW.GL.W.0001.260131T1500Z-260201T1500Z/
Tampa Bay waters-Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound-
Coastal waters from Tarpon Springs to Suwannee River FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM-
Waters from Tarpon Springs to Suwannee River FL out 20 to 60 NM-
Waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 to 60 NM-
Waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 to 60 NM-
1049 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 knots with gusts up to 45 knots
and seas 11 to 16 feet expected.
* WHERE...All coastal waters.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
Freeze Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
FLZ070-071-073-311200-
/O.EXA.KMFL.CW.Y.0007.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFL.FZ.W.0003.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFL.WI.Y.0002.260131T1900Z-260201T1200Z/
Inland Collier County-Inland Broward County-Inland Miami-Dade
County-
Including the cities of Miccosukee Indian Reservation, Pa-Hay
Okee Overlook, Immokalee, Orange Tree, Shark Valley Obs Tower,
North Blocks Golde, Bunker Hill, Fortymile Bend, Florida City,
Redland, Miles City, Sunniland, and Golden Gate
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 40 mph expected. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as
the upper 20s to lower 30s expected. Apparent temperatures as low
as the low to mid 20s.
* WHERE...Inland Broward County, Inland Miami-Dade County, and
Inland Collier County Counties.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST
Sunday. For the Cold Weather Advisory and Freeze Warning, from 10
PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind
chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive
vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
&&
$$
Cold Weather Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
FLZ069-072-074-075-172>174-311200-
/O.CON.KMFL.WI.Y.0002.260131T1900Z-260201T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMFL.CW.Y.0007.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/
Coastal Collier County-Metro Broward County-Metropolitan Miami
Dade-Mainland Monroe-Coastal Broward County-Coastal Miami Dade
County-Far South Miami-Dade County-
Including the cities of Bonita Shores, Royal Palm Ranger,
Miramar, Pompano Beach, Kendale Lakes, Miami, East Naples,
Sawgrass Mills Mal, Coral Springs, Kendall, Carol City, Sunrise,
Marco Island Airport, Hialeah, Hollywood, Marco Island, Davie,
Deerfield Beach, Naples, Fort Lauderdale, North Naples, Northwest
Cape Sable, Mahogany Hammock, Pembroke Pines, and Royal Palm
Hammock
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10
AM EST SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 40 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, Very
cold wind chills as low as the low to mid 20s expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Broward County, Coastal Miami Dade County, Far
South Miami-Dade County, Metro Broward County, Metropolitan Miami
Dade, Coastal Collier County, and Mainland Monroe Counties.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST
Sunday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM Saturday to 10
AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind
chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Very
cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 for metro Collier County and 311 for metro Miami-Dade/Broward
County.
&&
$$
Hadi
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
FLZ070-071-073-311200-
/O.EXA.KMFL.CW.Y.0007.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFL.FZ.W.0003.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFL.WI.Y.0002.260131T1900Z-260201T1200Z/
Inland Collier County-Inland Broward County-Inland Miami-Dade
County-
Including the cities of Miccosukee Indian Reservation, Pa-Hay
Okee Overlook, Immokalee, Orange Tree, Shark Valley Obs Tower,
North Blocks Golde, Bunker Hill, Fortymile Bend, Florida City,
Redland, Miles City, Sunniland, and Golden Gate
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 40 mph expected. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as
the upper 20s to lower 30s expected. Apparent temperatures as low
as the low to mid 20s.
* WHERE...Inland Broward County, Inland Miami-Dade County, and
Inland Collier County Counties.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST
Sunday. For the Cold Weather Advisory and Freeze Warning, from 10
PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind
chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive
vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
&&
$$
High Surf Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Miami FL
1207 AM EST Sat Jan 31 2026
FLZ069-312000-
/O.NEW.KMFL.SU.Y.0002.260131T1800Z-260201T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMFL.RP.S.0007.260131T1200Z-260202T0000Z/
Coastal Collier County-
1207 AM EST Sat Jan 31 2026
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM EST THIS MORNING
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM
EST SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 8 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Collier County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from 7 AM EST this
morning through Sunday evening. For the High Surf Advisory,
from 1 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don`t swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Wind Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
FLZ069-072-074-075-172>174-311200-
/O.CON.KMFL.WI.Y.0002.260131T1900Z-260201T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMFL.CW.Y.0007.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/
Coastal Collier County-Metro Broward County-Metropolitan Miami
Dade-Mainland Monroe-Coastal Broward County-Coastal Miami Dade
County-Far South Miami-Dade County-
Including the cities of Bonita Shores, Royal Palm Ranger,
Miramar, Pompano Beach, Kendale Lakes, Miami, East Naples,
Sawgrass Mills Mal, Coral Springs, Kendall, Carol City, Sunrise,
Marco Island Airport, Hialeah, Hollywood, Marco Island, Davie,
Deerfield Beach, Naples, Fort Lauderdale, North Naples, Northwest
Cape Sable, Mahogany Hammock, Pembroke Pines, and Royal Palm
Hammock
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10
AM EST SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 40 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, Very
cold wind chills as low as the low to mid 20s expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Broward County, Coastal Miami Dade County, Far
South Miami-Dade County, Metro Broward County, Metropolitan Miami
Dade, Coastal Collier County, and Mainland Monroe Counties.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST
Sunday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM Saturday to 10
AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind
chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Very
cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 for metro Collier County and 311 for metro Miami-Dade/Broward
County.
&&
$$
Hadi
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Miami FL
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
FLZ070-071-073-311200-
/O.EXA.KMFL.CW.Y.0007.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFL.FZ.W.0003.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFL.WI.Y.0002.260131T1900Z-260201T1200Z/
Inland Collier County-Inland Broward County-Inland Miami-Dade
County-
Including the cities of Miccosukee Indian Reservation, Pa-Hay
Okee Overlook, Immokalee, Orange Tree, Shark Valley Obs Tower,
North Blocks Golde, Bunker Hill, Fortymile Bend, Florida City,
Redland, Miles City, Sunniland, and Golden Gate
214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 40 mph expected. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as
the upper 20s to lower 30s expected. Apparent temperatures as low
as the low to mid 20s.
* WHERE...Inland Broward County, Inland Miami-Dade County, and
Inland Collier County Counties.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST
Sunday. For the Cold Weather Advisory and Freeze Warning, from 10
PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind
chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive
vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
&&
$$
Rip Current Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Miami FL
1207 AM EST Sat Jan 31 2026
FLZ069-312000-
/O.NEW.KMFL.SU.Y.0002.260131T1800Z-260201T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMFL.RP.S.0007.260131T1200Z-260202T0000Z/
Coastal Collier County-
1207 AM EST Sat Jan 31 2026
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM EST THIS MORNING
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 PM
EST SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 8 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Collier County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from 7 AM EST this
morning through Sunday evening. For the High Surf Advisory,
from 1 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don`t swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Gale Watch
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Key West FL
1051 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
GMZ031>035-042>044-052>055-072>075-311200-
/O.CON.KKEY.GL.A.0002.260131T0900Z-260201T1600Z/
Florida Bay including Barnes Sound, Blackwater Sound, and
Buttonwood Sound-
Bayside and Gulf side from Craig Key to west end of Seven Mile
Bridge-
Gulf of America from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee 20 to 60 NM
out and beyond 5 fathoms-
Gulf of America including Dry Tortugas and Rebecca Shoal Channel-
Gulf of Mexico from west end of Seven Mile Bridge to Halfmoon
Shoal out to 5 Fathoms-
Hawk Channel from Ocean Reef to Craig Key out to the reef-
Hawk Channel from Craig Key to west end of Seven Mile Bridge out
to the reef-
Hawk Channel from west end of Seven Mile Bridge to Halfmoon Shoal
out to the reef-
Straits of Florida from Ocean Reef to Craig Key out 20 NM-
Straits of Florida from Craig Key to west end of Seven Mile
Bridge out 20 NM-
Straits of Florida from west end of Seven Mile Bridge to south of
Halfmoon Shoal out 20 NM-
Straits of Florida from Halfmoon Shoal to 20 NM west of Dry
Tortugas out 20 NM-
Straits of Florida from Ocean Reef to Craig Key 20 to 60 NM out-
Straits of Florida from Craig Key to west end of Seven Mile
Bridge 20 to 60 NM out-
Straits of Florida from west end of Seven Mile Bridge to south of
Halfmoon Shoal 20 to 60 NM out-
Straits of Florida from Halfmoon Shoal to 20 NM west of Dry
Tortugas 20 to 60 NM out-
1051 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT...
* WHAT...Northwest winds near 35 knots with frequent gusts near
45 knots and seas 11 to 16 ft possible.
* WHERE...Straits of Florida, Hawk Channel, Gulf waters
including the Dry Tortugas, and Florida Bay.
* WHEN...Beginning as early as Saturday afternoon, continuing
through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...A Gale Watch means that sustained winds or frequent
gusts of 34 to 47 knots are possible within the next 12 to 48
hours. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased, but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.
&&
$$
