New York
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Jones Beach State Park for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Jones Beach State Park, New York. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with 20mph out of the S.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 12mph from the SW.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate WNW wind around 9mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with light winds out of the WNW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
Jones Beach State Park on Long Island's South Shore in New York is a classic East Coast beach break that picks up South Atlantic swells and occasional hurricane pulses rolling up the coastline. The waves here are typically soft and crumbly, making it a popular learning ground, though fall nor'easters can push solid overhead surf along the sandbars. Its proximity to New York City means the lineup fills up fast on good days, but the wide stretch of beach spreads crowds out reasonably well.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Jones Beach State Park is 0-1ft with a 9.15s swell period. Wind is SSW at 12mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Jones Beach State Park is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.6ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 0.6ft S secondary swell at 6s, a 1.1ft SW wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Jones Beach State Park is Wednesday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 1ft waves, a 5.05s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Jones Beach State Park 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 Jones Beach State Park. 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.
Jones Beach State Park is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Jones Beach State Park on Long Island's South Shore in New York is a classic East Coast beach break that picks up South Atlantic swells and occasional hurricane pulses rolling up the coastline. The waves here are typically soft and crumbly, making it a popular learning ground, though fall nor'easters can push solid overhead surf along the sandbars. Its proximity to New York City means the lineup fills up fast on good days, but the wide stretch of beach spreads crowds out reasonably well.
The prime season at Jones Beach State Park 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 Jones Beach State Park include crowds, strong rip currents, shifting sandbars, cold water in winter, jellyfish in summer, heavy beach traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Jones Beach State Park 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
