Fire Island Beach Conditions Today
Live water temperature, tides, waves, and UV for Fire Island Beach, New York
Updated 4:00 AM EDT
Current conditions
Best time to go today
Morning
6 AM – 11 AM
78/100
- 62°F, wind 8 mph
- Low UV (2)
Midday
11 AM – 3 PM
77/100
- 63°F, wind 12 mph
- Moderate UV (5)
Afternoon
3 PM – 7 PM
78/100
- 63°F, wind 14 mph
- Moderate UV (4)
- Clear skies
Best for
Today's tide schedule
| Tide | Time EDT | Height |
|---|---|---|
| ⬆️ High | 12:08 AM | 1.2 ft |
| ⬇️ Low | 6:21 AM | 0.3 ft |
| ⬆️ High | 12:39 PM | 1.6 ft |
| ⬇️ Low | 7:22 PM | 0.4 ft |
Predictions from NOAA station Seaview Ferry Dock · 1.3 km away. This station sits in a harbor, so times and heights can differ from the open beach.
About Fire Island Beach
Fire Island Beach sits on the New York coast, where the water runs from about 41°F in February to 73°F in July.
The water averages above 70°F in July, August and September — 3 months of the year — peaking around 73°F in July and dropping to about 41°F in February.
Today it is 65°F. That is right on the October average of 65°F for this beach.
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Seaview Ferry Dock about 1.3 km away inside a harbour.
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good beach day at Fire Island Beach?
We score today 78 out of 100 — good. The best window is morning (6 AM – 11 AM).
How warm is the water at Fire Island Beach?
About 65°F. That is right on the October average of 65°F for this beach.
Where do the tide times on this page come from?
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Seaview Ferry Dock about 1.3 km away inside a harbour.