Mmastodon EnvironmentOceans first seen 11 h ago, last 51 min ago, peak #2
Unseasonably warm water draws October swimmers despite gusty winds
Original: I'm mad at the surf report again for botching the forecast wind conditions, but never mind. Swimming occurred. Swimming!
Swimmers and surfers headed into the ocean in October despite forecasts calling for different wind conditions, with one beachgoer noting the water felt warmer than the air. The unseasonably warm sea temperatures made swimming possible well past the usual season, and several other people were in the water despite the windy conditions.
Why now: Unusually warm ocean water in October made an off-season swim possible and surprising.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 9 snapshots from 11 h ago to 51 min ago.
Evidence
- I'm mad at the surf report again for botching the forecast wind conditions, but never mind. Swimming occurred. Swimming! In October! The water was stupid warm, maybe a bit warmer than the air. It was pretty windy. A few other people were swimming, and a few surfers but… · StaceyCornelius@zeroes.ca · 28
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/1023671