Winds have diminished below cautionary criteria this morning and no additional headlines are anticipated.

Moderate southeasterly flow will continue through the weekend as our region remains on the western side of a ridge of high pressure in the western Atlantic.

Forecast as of 3:31 am EST on January 10, 2013

Coastal Waters From Apalachicola To Destin Fl Out 20 Nm-
Waters From Apalachicola To Destin Fl From 20 To 60 Nm-

Today
Southeast wind around 15 knots. Seas 3 to 4 feet near shore and 4 to 5 feet further offshore. Protected waters a moderate chop. A chance of showers.

Tonight
Southeast wind around 15 knots. Seas 3 to 4 feet near shore and 4 to 5 feet further offshore. Protected waters a moderate chop. A chance of showers.

Friday Through Saturday
Southeast wind 10 to 15 knots. Seas 2 to 4 feet. Protected waters a light to moderate chop. A slight chance of showers.

Saturday Night Through Sunday Night
Southeast wind around 15 knots. Seas 3 to 4 feet near shore and 4 to 5 feet further offshore. Protected waters a moderate chop.

Monday
Southeast wind 10 to 15 knots. Seas 3 to 4 feet. Protected waters a light to moderate chop. A slight chance of rain.