80°
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Queens County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk
86-01 Shore Front Pkwy, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693
The only legal surfing beach in NYC and the East Coast's longest urban beach, stretching roughly seven miles along the Rockaway Peninsula. Designated surf zones at Beach 67-69, 87-92, and 110-111 share the sand with a rebuilt concrete boardwalk and a reliably diverse Queens crowd.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 80°F air · 75°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny. High near 80, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. South wind 18 to 23 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75. Southwest wind 20 to 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- 23 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 75°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:06pm edt until september 10 at 3:00pm edt by nws upton ny
57 /100
good
45 Swim
61 Sunbathe
78 Walk
73 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.
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 3:00PM 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...Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 3 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
18 to 23 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
84°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
75°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:43 PM
5.8 ft · in 26m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
10s · ESE swell
Barometer
30.21 inHg
Falling 1.3 hPa / 3h · buoy 44065
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ355)
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
6:30 AM
Sunset
7:15 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:25 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:26 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 1:35 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:43 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:13 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:13 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 2:27 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:28 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:59 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:58 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 3:16 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:12 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:42 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:42 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 4:02 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:56 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:23 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:25 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 4:46 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:41 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:01 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:09 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 5:29 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:28 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:37 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:55 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 6:13 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8518750, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
68
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
23%
77
74°
Mostly Sunny
2%
81
77°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
22
77°
Mostly Sunny
3%
85
76°
Mostly Sunny
3%
76
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 18 to 23 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 75°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Limited free street parking along Shore Front Pkwy and side streets; no large municipal lot. Subway: A train to Beach 90/98/105/116 St, or the Rockaway Park Shuttle.
Dogs
No dogs on the beach or boardwalk Memorial Day through October 1.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
86-01 Shore Front Pkwy, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk today?
Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk 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 Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach or boardwalk Memorial Day through October 1.
Is there an entry fee at Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk?
Entry to Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk is free.
Are there lifeguards at Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk?
Amenities at Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk include lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk, showers, concessions, playground.
When is the water warmest at Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk?
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 Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk located?
Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk is in Queens County, NY, at 86-01 Shore Front Pkwy, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693.
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