63°
Mostly Sunny
1%
46
Nassau County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Jones Beach State Park
1 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793
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.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
63°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. West wind around 18 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 47. West wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 18 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
46 /100
ok
34 Swim
49 Sunbathe
70 Walk
61 Fish
70 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
18 mph
W
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
39 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Long Island Region
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
62°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Wave Height
4.9 ft
5s · WNW swell
Barometer
29.78 inHg
Falling 0.7 hPa / 3h · buoy 44065
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 10mo ago: clean
USGS · not a current condition
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:31 AM
Sunset
4:44 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 12:19 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:17 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:27 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:40 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 1:04 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:59 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:07 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:18 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 1:47 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:39 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:46 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:55 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 2:28 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:19 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:25 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:33 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 3:08 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:59 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:02 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:11 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 3:46 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:43 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:38 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:52 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 4:25 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:31 PM | High | 3.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8531680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
62°
Sunny
4%
47
59°
Sunny
3%
42
61°
Mostly Sunny
0%
52
61°
Mostly Sunny
0%
56
56°
Chance Light Rain
26%
38
53°
Chance Light Rain
44%
16
What to Bring Today
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 61°F
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
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
9:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Minor
3:10 PM - 4:10 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
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS