77°
Partly Sunny
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Suffolk County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Robert Moses State Park
600 Robert Moses State Pkwy, Babylon, NY 11702
Five miles of Atlantic beach at the western tip of Fire Island, reached by the Robert Moses Causeway from Babylon. Five numbered fields, a distinctive water tower, and the only car-accessible stretch of Fire Island — walk east from Field 5 to reach the Fire Island Lighthouse.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 77°F air · 72°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny. High near 77, with temperatures falling to around 75 in the afternoon. South wind 18 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Southwest wind 22 to 25 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- 22 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 72°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:06pm edt until september 10 at 6:00pm edt by nws upton ny
56 /100
good
43 Swim
62 Sunbathe
78 Walk
33 Fish
73 Photo
Best for walking today
Swim status for this beach is published by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, not the state — check there before swimming.
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 6:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 feet expected. * WHERE...Fire Island Inlet NY to Moriches Inlet NY out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Clear
Wind
18 to 22 mph
S
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
72°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
7:17 PM
5.9 ft · in 0m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
10s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ353)
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
6:27 AM
Sunset
7:13 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 6:59 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 1:06 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:17 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:45 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 7:47 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 1:57 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 8:03 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:30 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:32 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 2:47 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 8:47 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:13 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 9:16 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 3:33 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:30 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:53 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:58 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 4:17 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:13 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:30 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:41 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 4:58 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:58 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:06 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:25 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 5:40 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:45 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8531680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
67
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
23%
76
73°
Mostly Sunny
1%
81
76°
Rain Showers Likely
56%
53
76°
Mostly Sunny
3%
83
75°
Mostly Sunny
1%
80
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 18 to 22 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
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
Five fields with roughly 8,700 spaces total. $10/vehicle daily or Empire Pass. Field 2 fills first; Field 5 (lighthouse end) holds spots later.
Dogs
No dogs on beach or in day-use areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Service animals exempt.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle daily (in-season) or Empire Pass $85/year.
Address
600 Robert Moses State Pkwy, Babylon, NY 11702
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Robert Moses State Park today?
Robert Moses State 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 Robert Moses State Park dog-friendly?
No dogs on beach or in day-use areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Service animals exempt.
Is there an entry fee at Robert Moses State Park?
$10/vehicle daily (in-season) or Empire Pass $85/year.
Are there lifeguards at Robert Moses State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Robert Moses State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Robert Moses State Park?
Amenities at Robert Moses State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, showers, snack bar, picnic area, concessions, fishing pier.
When is the water warmest at Robert Moses State 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 Robert Moses State Park located?
Robert Moses State Park is in Suffolk County, NY, at 600 Robert Moses State Pkwy, Babylon, NY 11702.
Nearby Beaches
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