77°
Showers And Thunderstorms
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Oswego County, NY · Great Lakes
Selkirk Shores State Park
A Lake Ontario state park where the Salmon River meets the lake — wooded campgrounds and cabins on bluffs above a sand-and-cobble beach, with one of New York's top salmon and steelhead fisheries a short walk away.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
93% rain · Thunderstorms · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 77. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. West wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- 93% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 70°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — severe thunderstorm watch issued july 18 at 1:37pm edt until july 18 at 9:00pm edt by nws buffalo ny
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0 Swim
17 Sunbathe
0 Walk
0 Fish
19 Photo
Best for photography today
Beach Hazard Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 12:27PM EDT until July 19 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions expected. * WHERE...Beaches of Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, and Oswego counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM EDT this evening through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions.
Weather alert in effect
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 1:37PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 2:43PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
15 mph
SW
Rain
93%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
Peaks 03 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 02 PM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
70°F
Refreshing
Water Quality
Clean
2 #/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:39 AM
Sunset
8:41 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
78
79°
Mostly Sunny
1%
85
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
79%
12
70°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
71%
6
71°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
18%
73
76°
Sunny
5%
83
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- 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
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
3:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Minor
10:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Major
3:50 PM - 5:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
NY State Park day-use lot; Empire Pass accepted.
Dogs
Pets allowed on leash (max 6 ft) in the campground and most day-use areas. Not permitted in bathing, picnic, or building areas.
Entry Fee
NY parking fee in season; Empire Pass $80/year (2026).
Address
7101 NY-3, Pulaski, NY 13142
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Selkirk Shores State Park today?
Selkirk Shores 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 Selkirk Shores State Park dog-friendly?
Pets allowed on leash (max 6 ft) in the campground and most day-use areas. Not permitted in bathing, picnic, or building areas.
Is there an entry fee at Selkirk Shores State Park?
NY parking fee in season; Empire Pass $80/year (2026).
Are there lifeguards at Selkirk Shores State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Selkirk Shores 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 Selkirk Shores State Park?
Amenities at Selkirk Shores State Park include lifeguards (seasonal, scheduled days only), restrooms, showers, swimming beach, campsites with electric, cabins, food concession, pavilions.
When is the water warmest at Selkirk Shores State Park?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Selkirk Shores State Park located?
Selkirk Shores State Park is in Oswego County, NY, at 7101 NY-3, Pulaski, NY 13142.
Nearby Beaches
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