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Rockaway Beach
Beach · Queens, New York
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temp 63°F (17°C)
Live data from NOAA buoy BATN6 (13.8 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:48 AM UTC.
- A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 NM. — NWS Upton NY
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy BATN6, as of Oct 20, 7:48 AM UTC
No official beach-advisory feed for New York yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Weather at Rockaway Beach
56°F, Clear · H 68° / L 54° · 2% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rockaway Beach?
- Rockaway Beach is a beach in Queens, New York.
- What is the water temperature at Rockaway Beach?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Rockaway Beach in Queens, New York is 63°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy BATN6, 13.8 miles away.
- Can you swim at Rockaway Beach?
- Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
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Location & Contact
Queens, New York
🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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