63°
Mostly Sunny
2%
35
Suffolk County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Ponquogue Beach
280 Dune Road, Hampton Bays, NY 11946
A wide Atlantic ocean beach at the foot of the Ponquogue Bridge, anchored by a large pavilion with restrooms, showers, changing rooms, and a concession. Unlike most Town of Southampton ocean beaches, Ponquogue sells non-resident daily parking, making it one of the more accessible Hamptons beaches for visitors.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 63°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 59 in the afternoon. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers between 1am and 4am. Partly cloudy. Low around 43, with temperatures rising to around 46 overnight. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 60°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 3:19am est until november 8 at 6:00pm est by nws upton ny
35 /100
ok
6 Swim
56 Sunbathe
73 Walk
34 Fish
73 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.0 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued November 7 at 3:19AM EST until November 8 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 2 to 4 feet expected. * WHERE...Long Island Sound, New York Harbor, Peconic and Gardiners Bays, and South Shore Bays from Jones Inlet through Shinnecock Bay. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
63°F
Cloudy
Wind
15 mph
W
Rain
2%
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
60°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
60°F
Cold
Next High Tide
7:24 PM
1.9 ft · in 51m
Wave Height
4.9 ft
5s · WNW swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:27 AM
Sunset
4:39 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:09 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:02 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 2:01 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:24 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:50 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:43 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 2:43 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:06 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:30 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:24 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 3:22 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:49 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:07 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:06 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 4:00 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:32 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:43 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:50 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 4:40 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:18 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:21 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:37 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 5:24 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:07 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:06 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:27 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 6:14 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8510560, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
60°
Sunny
6%
44
57°
Mostly Sunny
9%
43
59°
Mostly Sunny
0%
51
58°
Mostly Sunny
0%
50
55°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
26%
40
51°
Chance Light Rain
45%
11
What to Bring Today
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 60°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
9:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Minor
3:10 PM - 4:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Large paid lot. Town of Southampton resident permit ($50/season) or non-resident daily pass ($40/day weekdays, typically unavailable peak weekends); non-resident season permit ~$400.
Dogs
No dogs on the beach. On Town ocean-access roads, dogs allowed only 6 p.m. – 9 a.m. July 1 through Labor Day; leashed at all times.
Entry Fee
Included with parking permit; no walk-in fee.
Address
280 Dune Road, Hampton Bays, NY 11946
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Ponquogue Beach today?
Ponquogue 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 Ponquogue Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach. On Town ocean-access roads, dogs allowed only 6 p.m. – 9 a.m. July 1 through Labor Day; leashed at all times.
Is there an entry fee at Ponquogue Beach?
Included with parking permit; no walk-in fee.
Are there lifeguards at Ponquogue Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Ponquogue Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Ponquogue Beach?
Amenities at Ponquogue Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, showers, snack bar, pavilion.
When is the water warmest at Ponquogue 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 Ponquogue Beach located?
Ponquogue Beach is in Suffolk County, NY, at 280 Dune Road, Hampton Bays, NY 11946.
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