New York
The sweet spot is around midday — 2-3ft waves, moderate SW wind around 11mph, poor conditions.
The sweet spot is around midday — 2-3ft waves, moderate SW wind around 11mph, poor conditions.
Best window·Sunday 5PM–8PM·2-3ft·Fair
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.
Thu, Sep 3: 2–3+ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Aim for the middle of the day — 2-3ft on SE swell at 6s with moderate SW wind around 11mph. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on SW swell at 4s with light winds out of the NW. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on N swell at 4s with 15mph out of the N. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Sun, Sep 6: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Expect 2-3ft waves early on NE swell at 5s.
Mon, Sep 7: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on E swell at 10s with strong N wind at 13mph. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
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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 2-3ft with a 6.4s swell period. Wind is SW at 11mph. 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 2-3ft, produced by a 2.6ft SE wind swell swell at 6s, a 1.6ft SE 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 5 PM to 8 PM with 2ft waves, a 7.2s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
