Nassau County, NY · Atlantic Ocean

Jones Beach State Park

The flagship Long Island ocean park: 6.5 miles of Atlantic beach across eight fields, a 2-mile boardwalk, and more than 6 million visitors a year. Robert Moses-era landmark with the pencil-shaped water tower, a 15,000-seat amphitheater, and classic Art Deco bathhouses.

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Today's Conditions

Ideal for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 76°F air · 71°F water

Full NWS forecast for Today

Sunny. High near 76, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. Southeast wind around 9 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 68. South wind 2 to 8 mph.

Weather

76°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

71°F water — swimmable, refreshing

Safety

Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
NWS alert active — coastal flood statement issued july 12 at 3:23am edt until july 12 at 9:00pm edt by nws upton ny

62 /100

good

40 Swim

82 Sunbathe

87 Walk

45 Fish

82 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.

NOAA station 8531680 · Observed 1.32 ft · Predicted 0.72 ft

Coastal Flooding Coastal Flood Statement

Coastal Flood Statement issued July 12 at 3:23AM EDT until July 12 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY

NWS · In effect through Jul 13, 1:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. * WHERE...Southern Queens and Southern Nassau Counties. * WHEN...From this afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...Brief minor flooding of the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

76°F

Clear

Wind

9 mph

Rain

Today

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM

Tomorrow

77°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

71°F

Refreshing

Next High Tide

6:50 PM

6.1 ft · in 3.6h

Wave Height

2.0 ft

8s · S swell

Rip Current Risk

Moderate

NWS SRF · OKX · NYZ179 · Issued Jul 12, 7:00 AM

Barometer

30.19 inHg

1022 hPa

Water Quality

Clean

4 MPN/100mL · Fecal Coliform

USGS · sampled 6mo ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

5:33 AM

Sunset

8:25 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
12:37 AM	Low	0.1 ft
6:27 AM	High	4.6 ft
12:30 PM	Low	0.0 ft
6:50 PM	High	6.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:34 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
7:26 AM	High	4.9 ft
1:29 PM	Low	-0.1 ft
7:46 PM	High	6.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:29 AM	Low	-0.4 ft
8:21 AM	High	5.1 ft
2:27 PM	Low	-0.2 ft
8:39 PM	High	6.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:22 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
9:15 AM	High	5.3 ft
3:23 PM	Low	-0.2 ft
9:31 PM	High	6.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:10 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
10:09 AM	High	5.3 ft
4:15 PM	Low	-0.1 ft
10:22 PM	High	5.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:56 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
11:03 AM	High	5.3 ft
5:05 PM	Low	0.1 ft
11:14 PM	High	5.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:40 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
11:57 AM	High	5.3 ft
5:55 PM	Low	0.4 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8531680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 12

76°

Sunny

Mon Jul 13

77°

Sunny

Tue Jul 14

82°

Sunny

Wed Jul 15

86°

Sunny

Thu Jul 16

85°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

15%

Fri Jul 17

83°

Mostly Sunny

Sat Jul 18

83°

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

22%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Best Fishing Times Today

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major

9:40 PM - 11:40 PM

Minor

2:40 AM - 3:40 AM

Major

10:20 AM - 12:20 PM

Minor

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Beach Info

Parking

Massive lots across eight fields (10,000+ spaces). $10/vehicle daily or Empire Pass ($85/yr). Central Mall and Field 4 fill first on hot weekends; Fields 6 and 10 usually have room.

Dogs

No dogs on the beach, boardwalk, or picnic areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Service animals exempt.

Entry Fee

$10/vehicle daily (Memorial Day – Labor Day) or Empire Pass $85/year.

Address

1 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsbathhouseboardwalkshowerssnack barpicnic areaplaygroundpavilionfishing pierconcessions

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Jones Beach State Park today?

Jones Beach State Park 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 Jones Beach State Park dog-friendly?

No dogs on the beach, boardwalk, or picnic areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Service animals exempt.

Is there an entry fee at Jones Beach State Park?

$10/vehicle daily (Memorial Day – Labor Day) or Empire Pass $85/year.

Are there lifeguards at Jones Beach State Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Jones Beach State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Jones Beach State Park?

Amenities at Jones Beach State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, boardwalk, showers, snack bar, picnic area, playground.

When is the water warmest at Jones Beach State Park?

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 Jones Beach State Park located?

Jones Beach State Park is in Nassau County, NY, at 1 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793.