75°
Patchy Smoke
92%
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Suffolk County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Smith Point County Park
1 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967
Suffolk County's largest oceanfront park, at the eastern end of Fire Island where the William Floyd Parkway crosses the Smith Point Bridge. Guarded swim beach, a 270-site campground (RV and tent), outer-beach 4x4 access with permit, and the TWA Flight 800 memorial on the dunes.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
92% rain · NWS alert active · 78°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy smoke and showers and thunderstorms before 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 71 in the afternoon. South wind 16 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 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 14 to 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- 92% rain — wet day — beach day is off
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued july 18 at 2:52am edt until july 18 at 9:00pm edt by nws upton ny
14 /100
skip
11 Swim
6 Sunbathe
22 Walk
31 Fish
54 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.
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
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
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 3:28PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
16 to 20 mph
S
Rain
92%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Water Quality
Clean
0 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 11mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ345)
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
5:35 AM
Sunset
8:19 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
5%
82
77°
Sunny
0%
86
78°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
58%
19
78°
Showers And Thunderstorms
91%
1
76°
Chance Rain Showers
26%
71
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
16%
82
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 16 to 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 92% 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
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Major
3:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Minor
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Major
3:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Large oceanfront lot. $25/vehicle for non-residents; free with Suffolk County Green Key ($35/yr resident).
Dogs
No dogs on the guarded bathing beach in season. Leashed dogs allowed in campground and on the outer beach outside posted plover closures.
Entry Fee
$25/vehicle non-resident daily; free with Suffolk County Green Key card.
Address
1 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Smith Point County Park today?
Smith Point County 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 Smith Point County Park dog-friendly?
No dogs on the guarded bathing beach in season. Leashed dogs allowed in campground and on the outer beach outside posted plover closures.
Is there an entry fee at Smith Point County Park?
$25/vehicle non-resident daily; free with Suffolk County Green Key card.
Are there lifeguards at Smith Point County Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Smith Point County Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Smith Point County Park?
Amenities at Smith Point County Park include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, showers, snack bar, picnic area, concessions, camping.
When is the water warmest at Smith Point County 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 Smith Point County Park located?
Smith Point County Park is in Suffolk County, NY, at 1 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS