Marine Weather Report
## Weather for Destin, FL:
Current Conditions: Light rain, 85°F (30°C)
Daily Forecast:
* Tuesday, August 12: Low: 79°F (26°C), High: 86°F (30°C), Description: Plenty of clouds with a couple of thunderstorms; humid; watch for unusually rough surf and rip currents
* Wednesday, August 13: Low: 79°F (26°C), High: 86°F (30°C), Description: Partial sunshine with a thunderstorm
* Thursday, August 14: Low: 77°F (25°C), High: 88°F (31°C), Description: Partly sunny with a thunderstorm or two
* Friday, August 15: Low: 79°F (26°C), High: 90°F (32°C), Description: Partly sunny with a thunderstorm around in the afternoon
Here's your updated **4‑Day Marine & Weather Forecast** for the coastal region between Destin and Panama City Beach—covering **today (Tuesday, August 12) through Friday, August 15, 2025**:
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## Marine Conditions Overview
### **Tuesday, August 12**
* Expect **plenty of clouds** with a couple of **thunderstorms**—humid conditions and potentially rough surf. 
* **Near‑shore marine forecast**: South winds 10–15 knots, seas 2–3 ft, and showers/thunderstorms likely. ([Marine Weather][1])
* **Point forecast (18 NM ESE of Destin)**: Southern winds around 10 kt, seas 2–3 ft (with occasional 4 ft), and early-day thunderstorms expected. ([Marine Weather][2])
**Best Use**: Morning trips only—monitor radar closely and return by early afternoon.
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### **Wednesday, August 13**
* **Forecast**: Partial sunshine with a thunderstorm likely. 
* **Winds & seas**: SW winds 5–10 kt, seas generally around 2 ft with light chop. Showers/thunderstorms more likely early in the day. ([National Data Buoy Center][3])
**Best Use**: Early morning outings preferred; storms easing by midday—but continue monitoring.
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### **Thursday, August 14**
* **Forecast**: Partly sunny with a chance of a thunderstorm or two. 
* **Conditions**: West shifting to SW winds 5–10 kt. Seas steady at \~2 ft nearshore, dropping to 1 ft or less overnight. ([National Data Buoy Center][3], [US Harbors][4], [Marine Weather][2])
**Best Use**: Morning is still your safest window for both inshore and offshore efforts.
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### **Friday, August 15**
* **Forecast**: Partly sunny with afternoon thunderstorm potentials. 
* **Winds & seas**: NW winds around 5 kt shifting to SW; seas are **1 ft or less**—calmer than earlier in the week. ([National Data Buoy Center][3])
**Best Use**: A promising day—early trips highly viable and mid-day remains manageable. Still, keep an eye on weather updates.
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## Summary Table
| Day | Conditions | Best Timeframe |
| ------------- | --------------------------------- | ------------------- |
| **Tuesday** | Choppy seas, thunderstorms | Early morning only |
| **Wednesday** | Scattered weather, 2-ft seas | Late morning ok |
| **Thursday** | Improving, still chance of storms | Morning window only |
| **Friday** | Calm seas, afternoon risks | Most of the day |
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### Safety Reminder
*Coast to Canyon Watermen is not a certified meteorologist. These forecasts are for general guidance and may change. Always check NOAA/NWS for the latest data, monitor radar, and rely on your insights — especially regarding your vessel and crew readiness. Your safety is your responsibility.*