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Mostly Sunny
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Nassau County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Jones Beach State Park
1 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793
The flagship Long Island ocean park: 6.5 miles of Atlantic beach across eight fields, a 2-mile boardwalk, and more than 6 million visitors a year. Robert Moses-era landmark with the pencil-shaped water tower, a 15,000-seat amphitheater, and classic Art Deco bathhouses.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
75°F air · 68°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 72 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. South wind 9 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
75 /100
great
65 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
61 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 15 mph
SE
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
5:31 PM
5.1 ft · in 2.8h
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · OKX · NYZ179 · Issued Jun 25, 2:17 PM
Barometer
30.10 inHg
1019 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
4 MPN/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:24 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:59 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 11:13 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 5:31 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Sunny
62%
31
74°
Rain Showers Likely
72%
41
75°
Mostly Sunny
9%
84
74°
Mostly Sunny
2%
82
76°
Mostly Sunny
13%
82
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
72
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph 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
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Minor
1:30 AM - 2:30 AM
Major
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Massive lots across eight fields (10,000+ spaces). $10/vehicle daily or Empire Pass ($85/yr). Central Mall and Field 4 fill first on hot weekends; Fields 6 and 10 usually have room.
Dogs
No dogs on the beach, boardwalk, or picnic areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Service animals exempt.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle daily (Memorial Day – Labor Day) or Empire Pass $85/year.
Address
1 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Jones Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Jones Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Jones Beach State Park dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach, boardwalk, or picnic areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Service animals exempt.
Is there an entry fee at Jones Beach State Park?
$10/vehicle daily (Memorial Day – Labor Day) or Empire Pass $85/year.
Are there lifeguards at Jones Beach State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Jones 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 Jones Beach State Park?
Amenities at Jones Beach State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, boardwalk, showers, snack bar, picnic area, playground.
When is the water warmest at Jones Beach State Park?
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 Jones Beach State Park located?
Jones Beach State Park is in Nassau County, NY, at 1 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS