Sunday Beach and Boating Forecast

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - First Alert weather even at the Beach! Sunday is not a great Beach Day with numerous showers and scattered thunderstorms possible throughout the day. There’s also a high risk of rip currents, so be extra cautious in the water. The moderate thunderstorm potential means lightning is possible, so keep an eye on the sky and off the beach if storms approach. Winds will be average, starting from the southwest around 10 mph before shifting northwest in the afternoon. It’s a day where the beach is accessible, but you need to stay alert and respect the water.⛵ Suncoast Boating ForecastThunderstorms will make this a challenging day on the waters.SUNDAYIf you’re heading out on the water, use caution today. Southwest winds will start around 10 to 15 knots before shifting to the northwest at 5 to 10 knots this afternoon. Seas will be running 3 to 5 feet, occasionally reaching 6 feet, especially over the northeastern Gulf waters. Expect widespread showers this morning with sc