The People's Beach at Jacob Riis Park, NY
Sunrise to Sunset
483 miles
64
°F
0
8
mph
75
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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About This Beach
The People's Beach at Jacob Riis Park is a diverse and inclusive beach known for its LGBTQ+-friendly atmosphere and stunning ocean views. While easily accessible by various transportation, it offers a mix of lively and relaxed areas, with strong waves attracting surfers and calmer shallow areas suitable for families. Amenities include restrooms, showers (though conditions vary), and food vendors. However, a notable lack of shade is a recurring complaint.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
Clothing Optional
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/17/2026, 12:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 64° | 0 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 65° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 65° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 64° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 62° | 0 | 0 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 62° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 63° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/17/2026, 12:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 53°F | 3 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -4.1 ft |
| 01:00 | 54°F | 3 ft | 6s | ↓ S | -4.7 ft |
| 02:00 | 54°F | 2.9 ft | 6s | ↓ S | -4.4 ft |
| 03:00 | 54°F | 2.8 ft | 6s | ↓ S | -3.4 ft |
| 04:00 | 54°F | 2.8 ft | 6s | ↓ S | -2.1 ft |
| 05:00 | 54°F | 2.8 ft | 6s | ↓ S | -0.9 ft |
| 06:00 | 54°F | 2.7 ft | 7s | ↓ S | +0.1 ft |