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Photo: Rockaway Beach, Queens - 20200904 by Andre Carrotflower (CC BY-SA 4.0) License

Rockaway Beach Boardwalk

Park · Queens, New York

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: 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 (12.8 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:48 AM UTC.

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.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 63°F at Rockaway Beach Boardwalk now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todaypet-friendlyBasketball courtPicnic tablesPublic restroom
Editor's Notes
Rockaway is New York City's largest beach and the only one where surfing is legal — a 5.5-mile barrier-beach escape reachable by subway from Manhattan. Its boardwalk was rebuilt sturdier after Hurricane Sandy.

Weather at Rockaway Beach Boardwalk

56°F, Clear · H 68° / L 54° · 2% chance of rain
H: 68° L: 54°
Clear
Clear
56°
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Feels like 47°
Precipitation
2%
Humidity
48%
Wind
12 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
57°
3 AM
Clear
56°
6 AM
Clear
55°
9 AM
Sunny
57°
12 PM
Sunny
64°
3 PM
Sunny
68°
6 PM
Sunny
65°
9 PM
Clear
59°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Rockaway Beach Boardwalk?
Rockaway Beach Boardwalk is a park in Queens, New York.
What is the water temperature at Rockaway Beach Boardwalk?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Rockaway Beach Boardwalk in Queens, New York is 63°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy BATN6, 12.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Rockaway Beach Boardwalk?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Rockaway Beach Boardwalk rated?
Rockaway Beach Boardwalk in Queens, New York has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 713 reviews.
What amenities does Rockaway Beach Boardwalk have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Rockaway Beach Boardwalk include pet-friendly.

Location & Contact

Shore Front Pkwy, Queens, NY

Queens, New York None

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🐾 Dog-friendly🏀 Basketball court🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Skateboarding area🏪 Slides🏪 Swings🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Playground
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