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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Atlantique Beach, New York. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 3–4ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on SE swell at 9s and glassy conditions. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 19mph and poor by then.
Sun, May 17: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on S swell at 6s with moderate SW wind around 8mph. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 14mph from the S and dropping conditions to poor.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on S swell at 8s with 7mph ENE winds. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Tue, May 19: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor - fair conditions with moderate SW wind around 7mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Wed, May 20: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor - fair with 9mph from the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 13mph.
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Atlantique Beach is a sandy barrier island break on Fire Island, New York, facing north toward the Great South Bay but receiving south Atlantic swells that wrap and pulse through the barrier island chain. The waves here tend to be mellow and forgiving, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders, though fall hurricane swells can push in more powerful, punchy beach break peaks. Its relative remoteness — accessible primarily by ferry — keeps crowds manageable and gives it a laid-back vibe rare for the greater New York surf scene.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Atlantique Beach is 3-4ft with a 9.35s swell period. Wind is SSW at 7mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Atlantique Beach is 3-4ft, produced by a 2.8ft SE primary swell at 9s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Atlantique Beach is Saturday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 4ft waves, a 9.35s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Atlantique Beach works best with a S swell and N winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Atlantique Beach. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Atlantique Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Atlantique Beach is a sandy barrier island break on Fire Island, New York, facing north toward the Great South Bay but receiving south Atlantic swells that wrap and pulse through the barrier island chain. The waves here tend to be mellow and forgiving, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders, though fall hurricane swells can push in more powerful, punchy beach break peaks. Its relative remoteness — accessible primarily by ferry — keeps crowds manageable and gives it a laid-back vibe rare for the greater New York surf scene.
The prime season at Atlantique Beach is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Atlantique Beach include strong currents, rip currents, limited access, jellyfish, crowded during summer weekends. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Atlantique Beach forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
