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Jones Beach

Junky

Wave Height

1-3

ft

Swell

~4s

ESE

Wind

11mph

Offshore (NNE)

Water

71°

Springsuit

Rising• High in 52m

Updated: 9/18/2026, 5:33:42 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
H6:21am3.9ft
L12:16pm1.7ft
H6:43pm4.6ft
Tomorrow
L1:28am1.4ft
H7:16am3.9ft
L1:28pm1.7ft
H7:38pm4.6ft
Mon, Sep 21
L2:26am1.3ft
H8:15am3.9ft
L2:29pm1.5ft
H8:36pm4.7ft
Tue, Sep 22
L3:15am1.0ft

Recent History

No recent history available

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 71°F. A springsuit or shorty wetsuit is recommended.

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 2:21 AM 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 8:22 PM 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

Tuesday morning looks like your best bet with clean 2ft waves, light offshore winds, and a high tide right at dawn. Wednesday's smaller and choppy, Thursday picks up but gets onshore and messy, and Friday morning could work if you don't mind the pushier conditions.

Updated 9/14/2026, 6:10:17 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.