New York
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Robert Moses State Park for the cleanest windows.
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.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Expect 1-2ft waves early on SSE swell at 6s. Wind increases to 7mph from the SW.
Thu, Jun 25: 2–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on SSE swell at 7s with light NE winds. The SSE wind kicks in by afternoon — 10mph and poor by then.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 9s with moderate SSW wind around 7mph. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 11s period, rated Poor. Hold off if you can — morning starts out poor with 1-2ft waves. Later in the day looks more promising — 1-2ft and poor.
Sun, Jun 28: 2–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on SSE swell at 7s with light winds out of the ESE. The SSE wind kicks in by afternoon — 9mph and poor by then.
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 1-2ft with a 6.5s swell period. Wind is WSW at 6mph 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 Robert Moses State Park is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.9ft SSE primary swell at 7s. 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 Friday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 5.25s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
