Bronx County, NY · Atlantic Ocean

Orchard Beach and Promenade

The Bronx's only public beach — a 1.1-mile crescent of imported sand on Long Island Sound, carved out of Pelham Bay Park by Robert Moses in the 1930s. Known as "the Riviera of New York," with a hexagonal-block promenade and a landmark Art Deco pavilion (currently closed for restoration).

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Today's Conditions

Ideal for a beach walk.

79°F air · 71°F water

Full NWS forecast for Today

Sunny, with a high near 79. East wind 3 to 9 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 66. South wind 2 to 10 mph.

Weather

79°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

71°F water — swimmable, refreshing

84 /100

great

83 Swim

84 Sunbathe

87 Walk

82 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.

NOAA station 8516945 · Observed 7.82 ft · Predicted 7.10 ft

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

79°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

3 to 9 mph

Rain

Today

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m

Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

80°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

71°F

Refreshing

Next Low Tide

4:13 PM

0.4 ft · in 1.0h

Wave Height

2.0 ft

8s · S swell

Barometer

30.19 inHg

1022 hPa

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ335)

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 Moderate
NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Moderate
NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Moderate
NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Moderate
NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Moderate

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

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

5:33 AM

Sunset

8:27 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
4:31 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
10:04 AM	High	7.4 ft
4:13 PM	Low	0.4 ft
10:14 PM	High	8.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:31 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
11:05 AM	High	7.7 ft
5:25 PM	Low	0.1 ft
11:16 PM	High	8.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
6:26 AM	Low	-0.7 ft
12:04 PM	High	8.0 ft
6:29 PM	Low	-0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:16 AM	High	8.9 ft
7:17 AM	Low	-0.8 ft
1:00 PM	High	8.2 ft
7:26 PM	Low	-0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:14 AM	High	8.8 ft
8:06 AM	Low	-0.8 ft
1:54 PM	High	8.3 ft
8:21 PM	Low	-0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:09 AM	High	8.5 ft
8:54 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
2:46 PM	High	8.4 ft
9:16 PM	Low	-0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:03 AM	High	8.2 ft
9:43 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
3:39 PM	High	8.3 ft
10:13 PM	Low	0.2 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8516945, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 12

79°

Sunny

Mon Jul 13

80°

Sunny

Tue Jul 14

86°

Sunny

Wed Jul 15

88°

Sunny

Thu Jul 16

84°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

15%

Fri Jul 17

82°

Mostly Sunny

Sat Jul 18

82°

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

25%

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

Large on-site lot. 2026 seasonal rates: $10 weekdays / $12 weekends and holidays for cars; $15 buses/commercial. Bx12 SBS bus from Pelham Bay Park subway (6 train).

Dogs

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

Entry Fee

Free beach entry; parking fee applies in season.

Address

Park Drive, Bronx, NY 10464

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsboardwalkshowersconcessionsplaygroundpicnic areapavilion

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Orchard Beach and Promenade today?

Orchard Beach and Promenade 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 Orchard Beach and Promenade dog-friendly?

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

Is there an entry fee at Orchard Beach and Promenade?

Entry to Orchard Beach and Promenade is free.

Are there lifeguards at Orchard Beach and Promenade?

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

What amenities are at Orchard Beach and Promenade?

Amenities at Orchard Beach and Promenade include lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk, showers, concessions, playground, picnic area, pavilion.

When is the water warmest at Orchard Beach and Promenade?

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 Orchard Beach and Promenade located?

Orchard Beach and Promenade is in Bronx County, NY, at Park Drive, Bronx, NY 10464.