Monatuk and New York Beaches Surf Report for 02-12-2025

Attention beach lovers and coastal adventurers! The National Weather Service is sounding the alarm for our New York shorelines today. We're looking at a high-risk rip current situation that demands your full attention. The surf's putting on quite a show with waves around 3 to 4 feet, but don't let that tempt you into taking unnecessary risks. Eastern winds are howling between 15 and 20 miles per hour, creating treacherous conditions from Brooklyn to the Hamptons. Temperatures are hovering in the upper 60s with cloudy skies and a possibility of rain - not exactly postcard-perfect beach weather. The surf temperature matches the air, sitting in the mid to upper 60s. Your UV index? Super low, so leave those suntan lotion dreams at home. Let's talk tide times. If you're near Coney Island, low tide hits at 12:03 PM. Rockaway Beach and East Rockaway Inlet see low tide around 12:05 PM. Jones Inlet dips lowest at 11:55 AM, while Fire Island Inlet and Shinnecock Inlet bottom out just before noon. The key message today is simple: STAY OUT OF THE WATER. Rip currents are life-threatening, and the risk is high across all our local beaches. If you absolutely must enter the water, have a flotation device, stay near a lifeguard, and know your escape techniques. Sunset comes early today - between 6:36 and 6:44 PM - so plan accordingly. This might be a perfect day for a beach walk, photography, or enjoying the dramatic cloudy seascape - just keep your feet dry! Stay safe, stay smart, and respect the ocean's power. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.