74°
Partly Sunny
6%
64
Suffolk County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Coopers Beach
268 Meadow Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
Southampton Village's showpiece — a half-mile of wide white sand backed by grass-topped dunes and estate hedgerows, named Dr. Beach's #1 beach in America in 2010 and a fixture of the top-ten list since. Critically, it's one of the only Hamptons ocean beaches that sells unrestricted non-resident daily parking, which is why everyone ends up here.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 73°F water · 74°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 74. South wind around 16 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 17 to 25 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:06pm edt until september 10 at 8:00pm edt by nws upton ny
64 /100
good
51 Swim
73 Sunbathe
82 Walk
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:06PM EDT until September 10 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet expected. * WHERE...Moriches Inlet NY to Montauk Point NY out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
16 mph
S
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:22 PM
2.8 ft · in 1.1h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
10s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ350)
The OKX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NYZ075 Kings (Brooklyn) — Coney Island Beach and Manhattan Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:24 AM
Sunset
7:10 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:19 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:53 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 2:32 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:22 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:06 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:43 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 3:25 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:08 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:30 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 4:14 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:53 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:29 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:15 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 5:01 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:37 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:08 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:01 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 5:48 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:23 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:48 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:47 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 6:38 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 6:31 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 12:37 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 7:32 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8510560, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Mostly Sunny
12%
66
72°
Mostly Sunny
11%
79
71°
Mostly Sunny
0%
81
73°
Chance Rain Showers
50%
55
73°
Mostly Sunny
3%
82
72°
Mostly Sunny
1%
79
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Village-run paid lot open to all. Non-resident daily fee $50 (9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; free before/after). Non-resident season permit ~$450. Village residents free with sticker. Lot fills early on summer weekends.
Dogs
No dogs on the beach May 15 – Sept 30, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Outside those hours, leashed only.
Entry Fee
$50 non-resident daily parking; no separate walk-in fee.
Address
268 Meadow Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Coopers Beach today?
Coopers Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Coopers Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach May 15 – Sept 30, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Outside those hours, leashed only.
Is there an entry fee at Coopers Beach?
$50 non-resident daily parking; no separate walk-in fee.
Are there lifeguards at Coopers Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Coopers Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Coopers Beach?
Amenities at Coopers Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, showers, snack bar, concessions.
When is the water warmest at Coopers Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Coopers Beach located?
Coopers Beach is in Suffolk County, NY, at 268 Meadow Lane, Southampton, NY 11968.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS