75°
Sunny
0%
75
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
Ideal for a beach walk.
75°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. South wind around 16 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear. Low around 62, with temperatures rising to around 64 overnight. South wind 7 to 16 mph.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 62°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
73 /100
great
62 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
16 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
75°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
62°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:31 PM
5.0 ft · in 1.1h
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · OKX · NYZ075 · Issued Jun 3, 7:46 PM
Barometer
30.17 inHg
1022 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
57 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:26 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:22 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:32 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 4:13 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:31 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
75°
Sunny
1%
75
79°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
83°
Mostly Sunny
7%
75
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
71%
11
68°
Chance Rain Showers
29%
57
71°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
62
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 mph wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 62°F
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
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