81°
Sunny
0%
85
Westchester County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Playland Beach
1 Playland Pkwy, Rye, NY 10580
A 1,200-foot crescent of Long Island Sound sand wrapped around the historic 1928 Playland amusement park — boardwalk, pier, and the Dragon Coaster rumbling in the background. County-run, old-school, and the only NY-area beach with a wooden roller coaster as scenery.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
81°F air · 70°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 81. East wind 3 to 7 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 66. Southwest wind 2 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 70°F water — swimmable, refreshing
83 /100
great
80 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
86 Fish
83 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 7 mph
E
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
70°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
4:13 PM
0.4 ft · in 1.0h
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (NYZ071)
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
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
82°
Sunny
0%
81
89°
Sunny
0%
76
92°
Sunny
6%
70
87°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
77
84°
Mostly Sunny
6%
82
84°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
42
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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:40 PM - 11:40 PM
Minor
2:40 AM - 3:40 AM
Major
10:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Large on-site lot, $15/car in 2026 ($20 on holidays).
Dogs
No dogs permitted in Playland Park or on the beach.
Entry Fee
Beach admission free; separate fees for pool, rides, and parking ($15 car, $20 holidays).
Address
1 Playland Pkwy, Rye, NY 10580
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Playland Beach today?
Playland 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 Playland Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs permitted in Playland Park or on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Playland Beach?
Beach admission free; separate fees for pool, rides, and parking ($15 car, $20 holidays).
Are there lifeguards at Playland Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Playland Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Playland Beach?
Amenities at Playland Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk, showers, concessions, playground, fishing pier, bathhouse.
When is the water warmest at Playland 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 Playland Beach located?
Playland Beach is in Westchester County, NY, at 1 Playland Pkwy, Rye, NY 10580.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS