Overview
- A low is forming off the Southeast coast Friday and is forecast to lift north, with peak impacts from later Sunday into Monday along the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
- The National Weather Service highlights moderate to major tidal flooding during multiple high-tide cycles, with coastal flood watches and advisories posted in several regions.
- Gusts of 30–50 mph are expected widely near the coast, with isolated 60 mph gusts possible at exposed beaches and capes, creating hazardous marine conditions with gale to storm-force gusts offshore.
- Rainfall forecasts remain uncertain, ranging from roughly 1–2 inches in many areas to localized 3–5 inches near parts of the I‑95 corridor, as WPC maintains a level‑2 excessive rain risk this weekend.
- Beach hazards are high with rough surf and dangerous rip currents; Southeast Georgia forecasts note tide levels near Fort Pulaski could inundate portions of Highway 80 around high tide, and swimming is discouraged through at least Sunday morning.