Kings County, NY · Atlantic Ocean

Manhattan Beach Park

A compact, tree-backed Brooklyn beach east of Brighton — calmer water, picnic tables, ballfields, and designated BBQ zones make it the family pick of the Coney Island stretch. Not the California one; this is the Oriental Boulevard one.

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Today's Conditions

Skip the beach today.

95% rain · High rip current risk · NWS alert active

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Patchy smoke and showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Cloudy, with a high near 77. South wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

Tonight

Showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 5am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy. Low around 73, with temperatures rising to around 76 overnight. Southwest wind around 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.

Weather

77°F air — ideal beach weather
95% rain — wet day — beach day is off

Water

74°F water — swimmable, refreshing

Safety

High rip current risk — nws: life-threatening rip currents likely
NWS alert active — flood watch issued july 18 at 3:57pm edt until july 19 at 2:00am edt by nws upton ny

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Rip Currents Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 18 at 2:52AM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY

NWS · In effect through Jul 19, 1:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Kings (Brooklyn), Southwest Suffolk, Southeast Suffolk, Southern Queens and Southern Nassau Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone. Anyone visiting the beaches should stay out of the surf. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high rip current risk is expected to continue for Suffolk county on Sunday.

Weather alert in effect

Flood Watch issued July 18 at 3:57PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY

Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 3:28PM EDT by NWS Upton NY

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

77°F

Smoke and Fog/Mist

Wind

15 mph

Rain

95%

This Afternoon

UV Peak

2 Low

Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~100m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM

Tomorrow

80°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

74°F

Swimming weather

Wave Height

3.0 ft

S swell

Rip Current Risk

High

NWS SRF · OKX · NYZ075 · Issued Jul 18, 6:50 AM

Tomorrow: Moderate

Barometer

29.82 inHg

1010 hPa

Water Quality

Clean

57 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform

USGS · sampled 8mo ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

5:39 AM

Sunset

8:23 PM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
5:23 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
11:53 AM	High	5.3 ft
5:38 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:02 AM	High	5.3 ft
6:08 AM	Low	0.0 ft
12:44 PM	High	5.3 ft
6:30 PM	Low	0.7 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:53 AM	High	4.9 ft
6:55 AM	Low	0.3 ft
1:33 PM	High	5.2 ft
7:28 PM	Low	1.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:43 AM	High	4.6 ft
7:44 AM	Low	0.7 ft
2:20 PM	High	5.1 ft
8:30 PM	Low	1.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:31 AM	High	4.3 ft
8:36 AM	Low	0.9 ft
3:07 PM	High	5.0 ft
9:30 PM	Low	1.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:22 AM	High	4.0 ft
9:29 AM	Low	1.0 ft
3:57 PM	High	4.9 ft
10:26 PM	Low	1.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:18 AM	High	3.9 ft
10:21 AM	Low	1.1 ft
4:51 PM	High	5.0 ft
11:16 PM	Low	1.0 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8517741, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

77°

Patchy Smoke

95%

Sun Jul 19

80°

Sunny

Mon Jul 20

78°

Sunny

Tue Jul 21

79°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

70%

Wed Jul 22

83°

Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

74%

Thu Jul 23

80°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

19%

Fri Jul 24

80°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

15%

What to Bring Today

recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 74°F
recommended Rain cover + dry bag 95% chance of rain

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Paid municipal lot off Oriental Blvd plus residential street parking. Nearest subway is Brighton Beach (B/Q), ~15-minute walk east.

Dogs

No dogs on the beach or promenade Memorial Day through October 1.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

760 Oriental Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11235

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersconcessionsplaygroundpicnic areaboardwalk

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Manhattan Beach Park today?

Manhattan Beach Park 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 Manhattan Beach Park dog-friendly?

No dogs on the beach or promenade Memorial Day through October 1.

Is there an entry fee at Manhattan Beach Park?

Entry to Manhattan Beach Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Manhattan Beach Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Manhattan Beach Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Manhattan Beach Park?

Amenities at Manhattan Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, concessions, playground, picnic area, boardwalk.

When is the water warmest at Manhattan Beach 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 Manhattan Beach Park located?

Manhattan Beach Park is in Kings County, NY, at 760 Oriental Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11235.