82°
Mostly Sunny
2%
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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.
82°F air · 68°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. East wind 1 to 15 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 65, with temperatures rising to around 67 overnight. South wind 8 to 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
81 /100
great
77 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.9 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
1 to 15 mph
E
Rain
2%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
3:40 PM
1.1 ft · in 58m
Barometer
30.10 inHg
1019 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 Moderate
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Moderate
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Moderate
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Moderate
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:24 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:31 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:28 AM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 3:40 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 9:40 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
52%
31
75°
Rain Showers Likely
62%
61
77°
Mostly Sunny
6%
84
81°
Mostly Sunny
3%
82
84°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
50
87°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
72
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 1 to 15 mph wind
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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