80°
Sunny
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Suffolk County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Kirk Park Beach
S Edgemere Street, Montauk, NY 11954
Montauk's de facto downtown beach, a short walk from the hamlet center, restaurants, and the IGA. Wide Atlantic sand with a lifeguarded swim area and a playground — the most convenient beach in Montauk if you don't want to chase a permit.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
80°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 80. Southeast wind around 6 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 69. South wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
77 /100
great
67 Swim
86 Sunbathe
88 Walk
83 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Sunny
Wind
6 mph
SE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
8:01 PM
3.2 ft · in 4.8h
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · OKX · NYZ081 · Issued Jul 12, 7:00 AM
Water Quality
Elevated
75 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:25 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 7:24 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 1:48 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:01 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:59 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:19 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 2:48 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:54 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:50 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 9:14 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 3:45 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:46 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:39 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:09 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 4:40 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:38 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:27 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:04 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 5:35 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:28 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:16 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:59 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 6:34 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:20 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 7:06 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 12:55 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 7:36 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8510560, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
0%
81
86°
Sunny
0%
75
87°
Sunny
3%
77
81°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
80
80°
Sunny
5%
83
79°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
79
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).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid daily parking open to all at $35/session (8 hours) via QR, text-to-pay, or phone — 7 days a week — or free with a Town of East Hampton resident beach permit. One of the few East Hampton Town beaches with straightforward non-resident daily access.
Dogs
No dogs on Town ocean beaches 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. May 15 – Sept 15. Outside those hours, leashed and under control; dogs allowed beyond 500 ft of a paved road even during restricted hours.
Entry Fee
$35 daily parking; otherwise free walk-in.
Address
S Edgemere Street, Montauk, NY 11954
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Kirk Park Beach today?
Kirk Park 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 Kirk Park Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on Town ocean beaches 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. May 15 – Sept 15. Outside those hours, leashed and under control; dogs allowed beyond 500 ft of a paved road even during restricted hours.
Is there an entry fee at Kirk Park Beach?
$35 daily parking; otherwise free walk-in.
Are there lifeguards at Kirk Park Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Kirk Park Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Kirk Park Beach?
Amenities at Kirk Park Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, playground.
When is the water warmest at Kirk Park 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 Kirk Park Beach located?
Kirk Park Beach is in Suffolk County, NY, at S Edgemere Street, Montauk, NY 11954.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS