New York
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Park Line for the cleanest windows.
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.
Tue, Jun 30: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with glassy conditions. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 2–2ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and very poor conditions with 15mph out of the SSW.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on SE swell at 9s with strong SW wind at 16mph. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 21mph from the SW and dropping conditions to very poor.
Fri, Jul 3: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on S swell at 6s with 10mph WNW winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 16mph from the SW and dropping conditions to very poor.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with moderate W wind around 8mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 22mph.
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 1ft with a 9.05s swell period. Wind is SSW at 13mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Park Line is 1ft, produced by a 1ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 1.4ft SSW wind swell swell at 6s. 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 Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 6.75s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
