Surf Forecast
Issued by NWS Buffalo, NY
Issued by NWS Buffalo, NY
287
FZUS51 KBUF 200804
SRFBUF
Surf Zone and Beach Forecast
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
NYZ019-202100-
Chautauqua-
Including the beaches of Ripley, Lake Erie State Park, Silver Creek,
and Hanover
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
northeast.
Sunrise.....................6:30 AM.
Sunset......................8:13 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 mph or less,
becoming southeast.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 70s.
Winds.......................Southeast winds 10 mph or less,
becoming northeast.
Sunrise.....................6:31 AM.
Sunset......................8:11 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mainly
clear. Lows in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the upper
70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southwest.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Showers with a chance of thunderstorms. Lows in the lower
60s. Southwest winds 5 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Showers likely. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
increasing to 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Lows around 60. West winds 15 to 20 mph
diminishing to 5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ085-202100-
Southern Erie-
Including the beaches of Evangola State Park, Bennett Beach,
and Wendt Beach County Park
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 70s.
Winds.......................East winds 10 mph or less, becoming
northeast.
Sunrise.....................6:28 AM.
Sunset......................8:11 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds under 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 70s.
Winds.......................Southeast winds under 10 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:29 AM.
Sunset......................8:10 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Mainly
clear. Lows in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Partly sunny.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the upper
70s. South winds 10 mph or less, becoming southwest.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Showers with a chance of thunderstorms. Lows in the lower
60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the lower
70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 15 to
20 mph diminishing to 5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ010-202100-
Northern Erie-
Including the beaches of Woodlawn Beach State Park and Buffalo Harbor
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds under 10 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:27 AM.
Sunset......................8:11 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds under 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 70s.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds.
Sunrise.....................6:28 AM.
Sunset......................8:09 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Mainly
clear. Lows in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Partly sunny.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the upper
70s. South winds 10 mph or less, becoming southwest.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Showers with a chance of thunderstorms. Lows in the lower
60s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the lower
70s. West winds 5 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 5 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 5 to 15 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ001-202100-
Niagara-
Including the beaches of Fort Niagara, Wilson Tuscarora State Park,
Olcott, and Golden Hill State Park
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds under 10 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:26 AM.
Sunset......................8:11 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Southeast winds under 10 mph, becoming
northeast 10 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:27 AM.
Sunset......................8:10 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mainly
clear. Lows in the lower 60s. East winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly sunny.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the upper
70s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Showers. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds 5 to 15 mph,
becoming southwest.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Partly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 15 to
20 mph diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ002-202100-
Orleans-
Including the beaches of Lakeside Beach State Park
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................North winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming light
and variable.
Sunrise.....................6:23 AM.
Sunset......................8:09 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............Around 60.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds, becoming east
10 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:24 AM.
Sunset......................8:08 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mainly
clear. Lows in the lower 60s. East winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly sunny.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the upper
70s. Southeast winds 10 mph or less.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Showers likely. Lows in the lower 60s. Southeast winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southwest.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming west 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 15 to
20 mph diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ003-202100-
Monroe-
Including the beaches of Hamlin Beach State Park, Braddock Bay,
and Ontario Beach Park
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 10 mph or less,
becoming north.
Sunrise.....................6:21 AM.
Sunset......................8:07 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds, becoming
northeast 5 to 10 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:22 AM.
Sunset......................8:05 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mainly
clear. Lows in the lower 60s. East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly sunny.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the upper
70s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the lower 60s.
Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southwest.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming west 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 15 to
20 mph diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ004-202100-
Wayne-
Including the beaches of Sodus Point Beach Park and Chimney Bluffs
State Park
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
light and variable.
Sunrise.....................6:19 AM.
Sunset......................8:04 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 70s.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds, becoming
northeast 5 to 10 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:20 AM.
Sunset......................8:03 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mainly
clear. Lows in the lower 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs in the upper
70s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the lower 60s.
Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming south.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming west.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Partly sunny.
A chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
increasing to 15 to 20 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ005-202100-
Northern Cayuga-
Including the beaches of Fair Haven Beach State Park
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Partly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
light and variable.
Sunrise.....................6:17 AM.
Sunset......................8:03 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Light and variable winds.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 70s.
Winds.......................Southeast winds 10 mph or less,
becoming north.
Sunrise.....................6:18 AM.
Sunset......................8:02 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mainly
clear. Lows in the lower 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Showers likely. Highs in the upper 70s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the lower 60s.
Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming south.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny.
Showers likely. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph,
becoming west.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Partly sunny.
A chance of showers. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ006-202100-
Oswego-
Including the beaches of Oswego, Selkirk Shores State Park,
and Sandy Island Beach State Park
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Partly sunny this morning, then
becoming mostly cloudy.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................West winds 10 mph or less, becoming
northwest.
Sunrise.....................6:16 AM.
Sunset......................8:02 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds under 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Southeast winds 10 mph or less,
becoming north.
Sunrise.....................6:17 AM.
Sunset......................8:01 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mainly
clear. Lows around 60. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
A chance of showers. Highs in the upper 70s. Southeast winds 5 to
15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms. Lows in the
lower 60s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming south.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Showers likely. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph,
becoming southwest.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Showers likely. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Partly sunny.
A chance of showers. Highs around 70. West winds 10 to 15 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$
NYZ007-202100-
Jefferson-
Including the beaches of Southwick Beach State Park and Westcott
Beach State Park
403 AM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Partly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
west.
Sunrise.....................6:14 AM.
Sunset......................8:02 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................West winds 10 mph or less, becoming
east.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................East winds under 10 mph, becoming
north.
Sunrise.....................6:15 AM.
Sunset......................8:01 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mainly
clear. Lows in the lower 60s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
east.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
A chance of showers. Highs in the upper 70s. Southeast winds 5 to
15 mph, becoming south.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Showers with a chance of thunderstorms. Lows in the lower
60s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming south.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Showers likely. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph,
becoming southwest.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Showers likely. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly sunny. A
chance of showers. Highs around 70. West winds 10 to 15 mph.
&&
Swim Risk Category
* Low Risk - Large waves and dangerous currents are not expected,
however dangerous currents may exist at any time near piers,
breakwalls, and river outlets.
* Moderate Risk - Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away
from dangerous areas like piers, breakwalls, and river outlets.
Always have a flotation device with you in the water.
* High Risk - Life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay
out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and
breakwalls.
** For lightning, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
http://www.weather.gov/beach/buf
$$