74°
Sunny
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Bronx County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Orchard Beach and Promenade
The Bronx's only public beach — a 1.1-mile crescent of imported sand on Long Island Sound, carved out of Pelham Bay Park by Robert Moses in the 1930s. Known as "the Riviera of New York," with a hexagonal-block promenade and a landmark Art Deco pavilion (currently closed for restoration).
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
74°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 74, with temperatures falling to around 71 in the afternoon. South wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear. Low around 59, with temperatures rising to around 61 overnight. South wind 5 to 12 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 60°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
74 /100
great
62 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Clear
Wind
5 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
77°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
60°F
Cold
Barometer
30.17 inHg
1022 hPa
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ335)
The OKX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NYZ075 Kings (Brooklyn) — Coney Island Beach and Manhattan Beach Low
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Low
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Low
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Low
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Low
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:25 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:23 AM | High | 7.6 ft |
| 8:01 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 2:06 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 7:59 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Sunny
1%
75
82°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
82°
Mostly Sunny
9%
75
74°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
72%
11
65°
Chance Rain Showers
30%
47
69°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 60°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Large on-site lot. 2026 seasonal rates: $10 weekdays / $12 weekends and holidays for cars; $15 buses/commercial. Bx12 SBS bus from Pelham Bay Park subway (6 train).
Dogs
No dogs on the beach or promenade Memorial Day through October 1.
Entry Fee
Free beach entry; parking fee applies in season.
Address
Park Drive, Bronx, NY 10464
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Orchard Beach and Promenade.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Orchard Beach and Promenade from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Orchard Beach and Promenade dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach or promenade Memorial Day through October 1.
Is there an entry fee at Orchard Beach and Promenade?
Entry to Orchard Beach and Promenade is free.
Are there lifeguards at Orchard Beach and Promenade?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Orchard Beach and Promenade during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Orchard Beach and Promenade?
Amenities at Orchard Beach and Promenade include lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk, showers, concessions, playground, picnic area, pavilion.
When is the water warmest at Orchard Beach and Promenade?
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 Orchard Beach and Promenade located?
Orchard Beach and Promenade is in Bronx County, NY, at Park Drive, Bronx, NY 10464.
Nearby Beaches
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