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Jones Beach

Good

Wave Height

1-3

ft

Swell

~6s

ESE

Wind

6mph

Onshore (SW)

Water

49°

6/5mm + boots/hood

Rising• High in 1h 37m

Updated: 5/3/2026, 5:33:44 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
H1:46am5.2ft
L8:22am0.2ft
H2:16pm4.2ft
L8:15pm0.7ft
Tomorrow
H2:23am5.0ft
L8:59am0.4ft
H2:59pm4.0ft
L8:49pm0.9ft
Wed, May 6
H3:02am4.8ft
L9:37am0.6ft
H3:45pm3.9ft
L9:24pm1.1ft

Recent History

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About Jones Beach

Jones Beach delivers open-ocean exposure with long, shifting sandbars that can light up during solid Atlantic swell. The surf is predominantly fast, dumpy beach break, but when the bars align, it produces clean peaks and longer rides than most Long Island spots. Conditions are highly wind- and tide-sensitive, making timing critical. On good days, Jones offers raw, powerful East Coast surfing with plenty of room to spread out.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Jones Beach?

The current water temperature at Jones Beach is 49°F. A 6/5mm wetsuit with boots, gloves, and hood is essential.

What is the surf like at Jones Beach today?

Jones Beach currently has waves around 1-3ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What time is high tide at Jones Beach?

Today's high tide at Jones Beach is at 9:46 PM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Jones Beach?

Today's low tide at Jones Beach is at 4:22 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Jones Beach?

Jones Beach works best with swells from the S, SE, E and N, NW winds (offshore). The ideal tide is mid.

Is Jones Beach good for beginners?

Jones Beach is best suited for intermediate surfers who are comfortable paddling out and catching unbroken waves. Beginners may find it challenging on bigger days.

This Week's Outlook

Wednesday morning looks like the call with solid 6ft+ waves and good period, even though the 30mph onshore winds will make it pretty blown out. If you can handle the chop, that's your best shot for size - otherwise maybe Thursday morning as it cleans up but drops to a more manageable 4ft.

Updated 5/3/2026, 6:10:13 PM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelIntermediate
CrowdModerate
Best TideMid
Best SwellS, SE, E
Best WindN, NW
ParkingBeach lots with seasonal fees

Local Tip

South-facing exposure picks up hurricane swell well. Sandbars shift - explore the beach.