64°
Mostly Sunny
5%
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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
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 64°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 64, with temperatures falling to around 58 in the afternoon. West wind 13 to 16 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers between 10pm and 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 46. Northwest wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 64°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
34 /100
skip
6 Swim
55 Sunbathe
72 Walk
34 Fish
72 Photo
Best for walking today
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
64°F
Cloudy
Wind
13 to 16 mph
W
Rain
5%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
37 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · New York City Region
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
63°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
60°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:25 PM
7.7 ft · in 3.9h
Wave Height
4.9 ft
5s · WNW swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:32 AM
Sunset
4:44 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:01 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:55 AM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 4:34 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 10:25 PM | High | 7.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:44 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:34 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 5:18 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 11:06 PM | High | 7.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:23 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:10 AM | High | 8.4 ft |
| 5:58 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:46 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:57 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:41 AM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 6:34 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:22 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 6:18 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 12:09 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 7:04 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:55 AM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 6:34 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 12:37 PM | High | 7.6 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:24 AM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 7:05 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 1:11 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 7:43 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8516945, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
63°
Sunny
6%
51
58°
Sunny
2%
41
60°
Mostly Sunny
0%
54
59°
Mostly Sunny
0%
53
53°
Chance Light Rain
25%
35
50°
Chance Light Rain
38%
14
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
9:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Minor
3:10 PM - 4:10 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.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS