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Patchy Smoke
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Suffolk County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Sunken Meadow State Park
Sunken Meadow State Pkwy, Kings Park, NY 11754
North Shore state park on Long Island Sound with a 3/4-mile beach and a three-quarter-mile boardwalk backed by bluffs and the Nissequogue River estuary. Calm, shallow Sound water makes it a family default; also hosts three 9-hole golf courses and extensive picnic fields.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
88% rain · NWS alert active · 77°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy smoke and showers and thunderstorms before 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy. High near 77, with temperatures falling to around 74 in the afternoon. South wind 13 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half 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 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southwest wind 13 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- 88% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — air quality alert issued july 17 at 3:28pm edt by nws upton ny
19 /100
skip
13 Swim
17 Sunbathe
27 Walk
59 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 1.1 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.
Weather alert in effect
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 3:28PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Light Rain and Smoke
Wind
13 to 16 mph
S
Rain
88%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
10:13 PM
0.2 ft · in 1.2h
Water Quality
Clean
79 MPN/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (NYZ078)
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
5:36 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:03 AM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 9:43 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 3:39 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 10:13 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00 AM | High | 7.7 ft |
| 10:34 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 4:31 PM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 11:12 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:58 AM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 11:25 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:24 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:09 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:56 AM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 12:18 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 6:17 PM | High | 7.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:06 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 6:57 AM | High | 6.7 ft |
| 1:14 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 7:14 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:58 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 2:12 PM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 8:14 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:59 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 8:56 AM | High | 6.6 ft |
| 3:07 PM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 9:10 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8516945, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
0%
81
82°
Sunny
0%
85
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
65%
18
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
9
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
75
81°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
82
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 to 16 mph wind
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 88% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Large paved lots near the boardwalk. $10/vehicle daily in-season or Empire Pass. Rarely fills except on holiday weekends.
Dogs
No dogs on the beach or boardwalk from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Leashed dogs allowed on park trails year-round.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle daily (in-season) or Empire Pass $85/year.
Address
Sunken Meadow State Pkwy, Kings Park, NY 11754
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sunken Meadow State Park today?
Sunken Meadow 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 Sunken Meadow State Park dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach or boardwalk from the Friday before Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Leashed dogs allowed on park trails year-round.
Is there an entry fee at Sunken Meadow State Park?
$10/vehicle daily (in-season) or Empire Pass $85/year.
Are there lifeguards at Sunken Meadow State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sunken Meadow 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 Sunken Meadow State Park?
Amenities at Sunken Meadow State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, boardwalk, showers, snack bar, picnic area, playground.
When is the water warmest at Sunken Meadow 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 Sunken Meadow State Park located?
Sunken Meadow State Park is in Suffolk County, NY, at Sunken Meadow State Pkwy, Kings Park, NY 11754.
Nearby Beaches
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