Kings County, NY · Atlantic Ocean

Manhattan Beach Park

A compact, tree-backed Brooklyn beach east of Brighton — calmer water, picnic tables, ballfields, and designated BBQ zones make it the family pick of the Coney Island stretch. Not the California one; this is the Oriental Boulevard one.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

High rip current risk · NWS alert active · 75°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Partly sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. South wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

Tonight

A slight chance of rain showers after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. Southwest wind 17 to 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

83°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

75°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

High rip current risk — nws: life-threatening rip currents likely
NWS alert active — rip current statement issued september 9 at 3:06am edt until september 10 at 8:00pm edt by nws upton ny

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23 Swim

74 Sunbathe

83 Walk

78 Photo

Best for walking today

Swim status for this beach is published by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, not the state — check there before swimming.

Rip Currents Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued September 9 at 3:06AM EDT until September 10 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY

NWS · In effect through Sep 10, 8:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected and 4 to 7 ft surf. * WHERE...Kings (Brooklyn), Southwest Suffolk, Southeast Suffolk, Southern Queens and Southern Nassau Counties. * WHEN...From this evening through Thursday evening. * RIP CURRENT IMPACTS...Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone. Anyone visiting the beaches should stay out of the surf. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * RIP CURRENT DETAILS...The rip current risk will be low this morning at the ocean beaches, but increasing to moderate through the afternoon and then high by late in the day as southerly winds and surf increase. * BEACH IMPACTS...Minor beach flooding is possible during the times of high tide this evening through Thursday.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

83°F

Mostly Cloudy

Wind

16 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

7 High

High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~29m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

84°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Water

Water Temp

75°F

Swimming weather

Wave Height

1.6 ft

10s · ESE swell

Rip Current Risk

Low in the AM, becoming high late

NWS SRF · OKX · NYZ075 · Issued Sep 9, 3:01 AM

Barometer

30.21 inHg

Falling 1.3 hPa / 3h · buoy 44065

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:30 AM

Sunset

7:15 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
12:40 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
6:55 AM	High	5.4 ft
12:49 PM	Low	0.1 ft
7:13 PM	High	5.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:28 AM	Low	-0.2 ft
7:43 AM	High	5.7 ft
1:40 PM	Low	-0.0 ft
7:59 PM	High	5.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:13 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
8:28 AM	High	5.9 ft
2:30 PM	Low	-0.0 ft
8:43 PM	High	5.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:56 AM	Low	-0.2 ft
9:12 AM	High	5.9 ft
3:16 PM	Low	0.0 ft
9:26 PM	High	5.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:36 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
9:54 AM	High	5.8 ft
4:00 PM	Low	0.2 ft
10:09 PM	High	5.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:13 AM	Low	0.2 ft
10:37 AM	High	5.6 ft
4:41 PM	Low	0.4 ft
10:54 PM	High	4.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:49 AM	Low	0.5 ft
11:21 AM	High	5.4 ft
5:23 PM	Low	0.7 ft
11:41 PM	High	4.5 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8517741, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

83°

Partly Sunny

Thu Sep 10

84°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

19%

Fri Sep 11

78°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

22%

Sat Sep 12

75°

Mostly Sunny

Sun Sep 13

78°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

65%

Mon Sep 14

79°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

77°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 75°F

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

Beach Info

Parking

Paid municipal lot off Oriental Blvd plus residential street parking. Nearest subway is Brighton Beach (B/Q), ~15-minute walk east.

Dogs

No dogs on the beach or promenade Memorial Day through October 1.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

760 Oriental Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11235

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersconcessionsplaygroundpicnic areaboardwalk

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Manhattan Beach Park today?

Manhattan Beach 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 Manhattan Beach Park dog-friendly?

No dogs on the beach or promenade Memorial Day through October 1.

Is there an entry fee at Manhattan Beach Park?

Entry to Manhattan Beach Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Manhattan Beach Park?

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

What amenities are at Manhattan Beach Park?

Amenities at Manhattan Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, concessions, playground, picnic area, boardwalk.

When is the water warmest at Manhattan Beach 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 Manhattan Beach Park located?

Manhattan Beach Park is in Kings County, NY, at 760 Oriental Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11235.