Can I swim at Jones Beach right now?

The sea at Jones Beach is currently 22.0°C — great swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Jones Beach next week?

Based on long-term July averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Jones Beach to sit close to 22.0°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Jones Beach?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Jones Beach, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Jones Beach?

With water currently at 22.0°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

United States

New York · Atlantic Ocean

Jones Beach

Iconic Long-Island state-park beach.

Pleasant water with a light chop and a light breeze — great swimming conditions.

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Sea temperature now

22.0°Cwarm

Excellent

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

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Location

Jones Beach on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

Rash vest or swimsuit

At 22.0°C most swimmers and surfers are comfortable in a swimsuit or thin rash top.

Surf & watersports

Warm summer-Mediterranean range. A UV-rated rash vest adds sun protection without restricting your stroke. Children and slim swimmers may prefer a thin 1.5mm shorty for sessions over 45 minutes.

Open-water swimming

Comfortable for unlimited swim duration; rash vest cuts UV and chafing.

Recommendation tuned for Jones Beach's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Jones Beach today?

The sea is currently 22.0°C — excellent swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.

Key takeaways

• Located in New York, United States (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan4°C Feb3°C Mar4°C Apr8°C May13°C Jun18°C Jul22°CBest Aug23°CBest Sep20°C Oct16°C Nov11°C Dec7°C

3°C → 23°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Jul – Aug – Sep

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	4°C	Cold
Feb	3°C	Cold
Mar	4°C	Cold
Apr	8°C	Cold
May	13°C	Cold
Jun	18°C	Pleasant
Jul	22°C	Warm
Aug ⭐	23°C	Warm
Sep	20°C	Pleasant
Oct	16°C	Bracing
Nov	11°C	Cold
Dec	7°C	Cold

Can you swim here? — Jones Beach