Fire Island Surf Forecast
New York
Current Conditions
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Spot Guide
Fire Island is a classic New York barrier island beach break sitting along the Atlantic-facing south shore of Long Island, offering punchy sandbars that light up with swells generated by Atlantic storms and hurricanes tracking up the East Coast. The spot faces roughly south-southeast, making it highly receptive to groundswells from the S and SE, with fall delivering the most consistent and powerful surf as tropical and nor'easter systems push quality waves into the shore. The remote, car-free nature of much of Fire Island keeps crowds manageable compared to other New York surf destinations, giving surfers a more relaxed vibe amid the striking barrier island scenery.
Forecast Charts
Daily Forecast
Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with glassy conditions.
Midday is the call — 3-4ft waves with calm winds and fair - good conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.
Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with calm winds.
Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor with barely a breath of wind.
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