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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Park Line, 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, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 3-4ft with moderate SSW wind around 13mph. Afternoon wind picks back up so try to get wet before 2pm.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 3-4ft waves, gentle SW breeze, fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Patience pays off today — morning is poor with 3-4ft. Wind drops off and the surface cleans up — poor - fair by afternoon.
Tue, May 19: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 9s and 10mph from the SW. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 21mph from the SSW and dropping conditions to poor.
Wed, May 20: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 3-4ft and mostly poor with strong SW wind at 16mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 23mph.
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Park Line is a beach break tucked along the eastern tip of New York's coastline near Montauk, where the Atlantic meets Block Island Sound at coordinates 41.0111, -71.9998. Facing northwest at 320°, this spot picks up a unique blend of south and southeast swells that wrap around the point, producing punchy, hollow peaks best ridden during the fall swell season. The spot's relatively exposed position means conditions can change quickly, rewarding surfers who time their sessions with precision.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Park Line is 3-4ft with a 9.15s swell period. Wind is SSW at 9mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Park Line is 3-4ft, produced by a 1.8ft ESE primary swell at 10s, a 1.8ft SSE secondary 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 Park Line is Sunday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 4ft waves, a 6.4s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Park Line works best with a SE swell and NW 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 Park Line. 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.
Park Line is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Park Line is a beach break tucked along the eastern tip of New York's coastline near Montauk, where the Atlantic meets Block Island Sound at coordinates 41.0111, -71.9998. Facing northwest at 320°, this spot picks up a unique blend of south and southeast swells that wrap around the point, producing punchy, hollow peaks best ridden during the fall swell season. The spot's relatively exposed position means conditions can change quickly, rewarding surfers who time their sessions with precision.
The prime season at Park Line 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 Park Line include strong currents, rip currents, shifting sandbars, boat traffic, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Park Line 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.
