New York
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Robert Moses State Park, 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: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Expect 2-3ft all day on SSE swell at 8s with barely a breath of wind — nothing amazing but surfable.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Expect 2-3ft all day on SE swell at 8s with moderate N wind around 7mph — nothing amazing but surfable.
Tue, May 12: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 2-3ft waves on SE swell at 7s and moderate NNW wind around 10mph.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with moderate SSW wind around 11mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 9s with 9mph from the SW. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
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Robert Moses State Park on Fire Island, New York, is a classic East Coast beach break offering fun, mellow waves along its wide sandy shores facing the Atlantic Ocean. The spot picks up south and south-southwest swells generated by Atlantic storms and hurricanes, producing punchy shore break and longer rides during fall swell season. Its accessibility via the Robert Moses Causeway and proximity to New York City makes it a popular destination for beginner surfers and longboarders looking to get their feet wet on Long Island.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Robert Moses State Park is 2-3ft with a 7.85s swell period. Wind is E at 5mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Robert Moses State Park is 2-3ft, produced by a 3.3ft SSE primary swell at 8s. 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 Robert Moses State Park is Sunday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.2s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Robert Moses State Park works best with a S swell and NNW 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 Robert Moses State Park. 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.
Robert Moses State Park is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Robert Moses State Park on Fire Island, New York, is a classic East Coast beach break offering fun, mellow waves along its wide sandy shores facing the Atlantic Ocean. The spot picks up south and south-southwest swells generated by Atlantic storms and hurricanes, producing punchy shore break and longer rides during fall swell season. Its accessibility via the Robert Moses Causeway and proximity to New York City makes it a popular destination for beginner surfers and longboarders looking to get their feet wet on Long Island.
The prime season at Robert Moses State Park 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 Robert Moses State Park include crowds, rip currents, strong longshore currents, swimmers and beachgoers, jetty near field 5. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Robert Moses State Park 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.
