74°
Rain Showers
89%
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Monroe County, NY · Great Lakes
Hamlin Beach State Park
1 Hamlin Beach State Park, Hamlin, NY 14464
A Lake Ontario state park 25 miles west of Rochester with a mile of swimmable south-shore beach, the Devil's Nose bluffs at the east end, and a 264-site electric campground.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
89% rain · 56°F water · 74°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Rain showers before 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 74. Southeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- 89% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 56°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
28 /100
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22 Swim
29 Sunbathe
34 Walk
61 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Light Rain
Wind
5 to 8 mph
SE
Rain
89%
Today
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
79°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
56°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
36 #/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:32 AM
Sunset
8:56 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
79°
Partly Sunny
9%
71
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
19%
73
82°
Mostly Sunny
0%
73
85°
Partly Sunny
12%
73
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
25
89°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
25
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 56°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 89% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
NY State Park day-use lots; Empire Pass accepted.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on guarded swimming beaches. Permitted on the two unguarded beaches east of Area 1 and in front of Area 5. Leash max 6 ft, current rabies certificate required.
Entry Fee
NY parking fee in season (~$8–$10/vehicle); Empire Pass $80/year for unlimited entry (2026).
Address
1 Hamlin Beach State Park, Hamlin, NY 14464
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Hamlin Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Hamlin Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Hamlin Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on guarded swimming beaches. Permitted on the two unguarded beaches east of Area 1 and in front of Area 5. Leash max 6 ft, current rabies certificate required.
Is there an entry fee at Hamlin Beach State Park?
NY parking fee in season (~$8–$10/vehicle); Empire Pass $80/year for unlimited entry (2026).
Are there lifeguards at Hamlin Beach State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Hamlin Beach State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Hamlin Beach State Park?
Amenities at Hamlin Beach State Park include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, showers, snack bars, picnic pavilions, grills, campground (264 sites), nature trails.
When is the water warmest at Hamlin Beach State Park?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Hamlin Beach State Park located?
Hamlin Beach State Park is in Monroe County, NY, at 1 Hamlin Beach State Park, Hamlin, NY 14464.
Nearby Beaches
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