Long Beach NY
Long Beach is New York City's most accessible surf—an LIRR-reachable beach break where city dwellers can score waves without a car. The wave is a standard beach break with multiple peaks, nothing special but consistent enough to build a dedicated local community. Summer crowds can be intense, but fall hurricane swells bring the goods and thin the crowds. For New Yorkers seeking regular water time without the Montauk commitment, Long Beach provides a reliable daily driver.
Long Beach NY surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSE (160°)
- Direction range
- 120° - 200°
- Size range
- 0.5m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.2m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: LIRR accessible. Multiple beach entries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Long Beach NY?
The Long Beach NY profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Long Beach NY?
The Long Beach NY profile uses wind from N (0°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 315° to 45°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Long Beach NY?
The Long Beach NY scoring profile favors swell from SSE (120° to 200°), a swell-height range of 0.5m to 2m, and a reference period of 12s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Long Beach NY?
The main season at Long Beach NY is Sep-Nov. A secondary window runs Aug, Dec, Jan, Feb. Hurricane season and winter storms.
How do I get to Long Beach NY?
The spot profile lists JFK as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 45 minutes. LIRR accessible. Multiple beach entries.
What kind of wave is Long Beach NY?
Long Beach NY is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Sep-Nov
Secondary: Aug, Dec, Jan, Feb
Hurricane season and winter storms.
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