75°
Patchy Smoke
93%
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Suffolk County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Robert Moses State Park
600 Robert Moses State Pkwy, Babylon, NY 11702
Five miles of Atlantic beach at the western tip of Fire Island, reached by the Robert Moses Causeway from Babylon. Five numbered fields, a distinctive water tower, and the only car-accessible stretch of Fire Island — walk east from Field 5 to reach the Fire Island Lighthouse.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
93% rain · NWS alert active · 73°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy smoke and showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 72 in the afternoon. South wind around 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 13 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- 93% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 3:52pm edt until july 19 at 12:00pm edt by nws upton ny
14 /100
skip
8 Swim
11 Sunbathe
24 Walk
33 Fish
57 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.8 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 3:52PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt, becoming west late. Seas 3 to 6 feet. * WHERE...Fire Island Inlet NY to Montauk Point NY out 20 nm. * WHEN...Until noon EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Light Rain and Fog/Mist
Wind
17 mph
S
Rain
93%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 12 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.0 ft
4s · S swell
Water Quality
Clean
0 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ353)
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 High
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach High
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, High
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park High
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, High
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:40 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:57 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 5:55 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 6:25 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 12:48 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 6:47 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 7:12 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 1:37 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 7:45 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:47 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 8:01 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 2:24 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 8:47 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:35 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 8:53 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 3:11 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 9:47 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:26 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 9:46 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 4:01 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 10:43 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:22 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 10:38 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 4:55 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 11:33 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8531680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
3%
82
78°
Sunny
0%
85
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
62%
18
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
86%
3
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
73
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
80
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 93% chance of rain
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.
Minor
10:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Major
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Minor
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Major
3:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Five fields with roughly 8,700 spaces total. $10/vehicle daily or Empire Pass. Field 2 fills first; Field 5 (lighthouse end) holds spots later.
Dogs
No dogs on beach or in day-use areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Service animals exempt.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle daily (in-season) or Empire Pass $85/year.
Address
600 Robert Moses State Pkwy, Babylon, NY 11702
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Robert Moses State Park today?
Robert Moses State 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 Robert Moses State Park dog-friendly?
No dogs on beach or in day-use areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Service animals exempt.
Is there an entry fee at Robert Moses State Park?
$10/vehicle daily (in-season) or Empire Pass $85/year.
Are there lifeguards at Robert Moses State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Robert Moses 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 Robert Moses State Park?
Amenities at Robert Moses State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, showers, snack bar, picnic area, concessions, fishing pier.
When is the water warmest at Robert Moses 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 Robert Moses State Park located?
Robert Moses State Park is in Suffolk County, NY, at 600 Robert Moses State Pkwy, Babylon, NY 11702.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS