76°
Mostly Sunny
2%
73
Kings County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Brighton Beach
601 Riegelmann Boardwalk, Brooklyn, NY 11235
A 0.7-mile stretch immediately east of Coney Island, quieter and more neighborhood than its neon neighbor. The boardwalk is lined with Russian and Georgian cafes — "Little Odessa" on the sand — and the crowd skews local.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
76°F air · 68°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny. High near 76, with temperatures falling to around 74 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 6 to 18 mph.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2am. Mostly cloudy. Low around 68, with temperatures rising to around 70 overnight. South wind 8 to 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- 18 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
65 /100
good
57 Swim
69 Sunbathe
81 Walk
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
6 to 18 mph
SE
Rain
2%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
79°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
5:27 PM
5.2 ft · in 2.7h
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · OKX · NYZ075 · Issued Jun 25, 2:17 PM
Barometer
30.10 inHg
1019 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
57 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:26 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:55 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 10:56 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 5:27 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 11:45 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
79°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
47%
31
74°
Rain Showers Likely
72%
41
77°
Mostly Sunny
8%
82
76°
Mostly Sunny
2%
82
80°
Mostly Sunny
14%
82
82°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
72
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 6 to 18 mph wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Street parking only; metered and residential-permit-heavy in summer. Subway: B/Q to Brighton Beach, half a block to the boardwalk.
Dogs
No dogs on the beach or boardwalk Memorial Day through October 1. Leashed dogs allowed on the boardwalk off-season.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
601 Riegelmann Boardwalk, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Brighton Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Brighton Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Brighton Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach or boardwalk Memorial Day through October 1. Leashed dogs allowed on the boardwalk off-season.
Is there an entry fee at Brighton Beach?
Entry to Brighton Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Brighton Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Brighton Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Brighton Beach?
Amenities at Brighton Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk, showers, concessions, bathhouse.
When is the water warmest at Brighton 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 Brighton Beach located?
Brighton Beach is in Kings County, NY, at 601 Riegelmann Boardwalk, Brooklyn, NY 11235.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS