New York
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.
Sun, May 10: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor - fair with 10mph S winds.
Mon, May 11: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Fair - Good. Steady 3-4ft waves on offer on SE swell at 8s — 8mph from the NNW.
Tue, May 12: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SE swell at 7s and moderate NNW wind around 10mph. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 2-3ft and mostly poor with strong SSW wind at 15mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 20mph.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor with 20mph out of the S.
Free, simple, and takes 30 seconds.
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 3-4+ft with a 8.2s swell period. Wind is S at 10mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Park Line is 3-4+ft, produced by a 3.7ft SSE primary swell at 8s, a 1.4ft SSW wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Monday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 4ft waves, a 7.85s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
