77°
Partly Sunny
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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 · 77°F air · 73°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny. High near 77, with temperatures falling to around 75 in the afternoon. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 16 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:06pm edt until september 10 at 8:00am edt by nws upton ny
67 /100
good
54 Swim
77 Sunbathe
83 Walk
42 Fish
79 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:06PM EDT until September 10 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 1 to 3 feet expected. * WHERE...Long Island Sound, New York Harbor, Peconic and Gardiners Bays, and South Shore Bays from Jones Inlet through Shinnecock Bay. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
15 mph
S
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:22 PM
2.8 ft · in 1.1h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
10s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ345)
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 Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:24 AM
Sunset
7:10 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:19 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:53 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 2:32 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:22 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:06 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:43 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 3:25 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:08 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:30 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 4:14 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:53 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:29 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:15 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 5:01 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:37 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:08 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:01 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 5:48 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:23 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:48 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:47 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 6:38 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 6:31 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 12:37 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 7:32 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8510560, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Mostly Sunny
12%
72
74°
Mostly Sunny
11%
82
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
81
75°
Chance Rain Showers
50%
57
76°
Mostly Sunny
2%
84
74°
Mostly Sunny
1%
83
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°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
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:10 PM - 7:10 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.
Nearby Beaches
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