Monroe Area Beaches: swim risk and surf forecast
Swim risk today: High. Life-threatening conditions are likely, and dangerous for swimmers of every level. Stay out of the water.
Surf 1 to 2 feet building to 3 to 6 feet, water in the lower 70s. Buoy 45012, 25 mi out, measured 1.6 ft waves. Sunset 7:12 PM.
- Swim risk
- HighToday
- Surf
- 1 to 2 feet building to 3 to 6 feetForecast
- Water
- In the lower 70sForecast
- Sunset
- 7:12 PMEDT
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Beach hazards statements, high surf advisories, rip current statements and every other National Weather Service product in force for zone NYZ003.
Beach Hazards Statementuntil Wed 8:00 AM
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 20 at 3:59PM EDT until September 23 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...Strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions expected. * WHERE...Beaches of Monroe and Wayne counties. * WHEN...From midnight EDT tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions.
Stay out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions.
Today and tomorrow
From the National Weather Service beach forecast, issued 404 PM EDT, 9/20/2026.
Today Tonight
High swim risk
- Swim risk
- High
- Surf
- 1 to 2 feet building to 3 to 6 feet
- Water temperature
- In the lower 70s
- Weather
- Mostly cloudy
- Wind
- Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph increasing to 15 to 25 mph
Tomorrow Monday
High swim risk
- Swim risk
- High
- Surf
- 4 to 7 feet subsiding to 3 to 6 feet
- UV index
- Moderate
- High temperature
- In the lower 60s
- Weather
- Mostly cloudy
- Wind
- Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph
UV index 3 to 5. Cover up and stay in the shade near midday.
The surf zone forecast, period by period
Monroe. Issued 4:04 PM EDT on Sun, Sep 20 by the National Weather Service in Buffalo NY.
Beach hazards statement in effect from midnight edt tonight through wednesday morning
Tonight
- Swim Risk
- High
- Wave Height
- 1 to 2 feet building to 3 to 6 feet
- Water Temperature
- In the lower 70s
- Weather
- Mostly cloudy
- Low Temperature
- In the lower 50s
- Winds
- Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph increasing to 15 to 25 mph
Monday
- Swim Risk
- High
- Wave Height
- 4 to 7 feet subsiding to 3 to 6 feet
- UV Index
- Moderate
- Weather
- Mostly cloudy
- High Temperature
- In the lower 60s
- Winds
- Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph
- Sunrise
- 6:56 AM
- Sunset
- 7:12 PM
Monday night
- Swim Risk
- High
- Wave Height
- 3 to 5 feet building to 4 to 7 feet
- Weather
- Mostly cloudy
- Low Temperature
- In the lower 50s
- Winds
- Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming east
Tuesday
- Swim Risk
- High
- Wave Height
- 4 to 7 feet subsiding to 3 to 6 feet
- Weather
- Partly to mostly sunny
- High Temperature
- In the lower 60s
- Winds
- East winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming northeast
- Sunrise
- 6:57 AM
- Sunset
- 7:10 PM
Tuesday night
- Swim Risk
- High
- Wave Height
- 3 to 6 feet
- Weather
- Partly to mostly cloudy
- Low Temperature
- In the lower 50s
- Winds
- Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming east
The days after
Wednesday. Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 15 to 20 mph.
Wednesday night. Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 15 to 20 mph diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
Thursday. Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
Thursday night. Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming northeast.
Friday. Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Friday night. Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph.
The office's notes on this forecast
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
The product as issued
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Surf Zone and Beach Forecast
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
NYZ019-210900-
Chautauqua-
Including the beaches of Ripley, Lake Erie State Park, Silver Creek,
and Hanover
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the mid 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Moderate.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet building to 2 to 4 feet.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Cloudy.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph.
Sunrise.....................7:03 AM.
Sunset......................7:19 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Moderate.
Wave Height.................2 to 4 feet subsiding to 1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming
east.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Partly sunny in the morning, then
becoming mostly cloudy. A chance of
showers in the afternoon.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
northeast.
Sunrise.....................7:04 AM.
Sunset......................7:17 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 20 mph diminishing to
10 to 15 mph.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. Northeast 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
$$
NYZ085-210900-
Southern Erie-
Including the beaches of Evangola State Park, Bennett Beach,
and Wendt Beach County Park
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................North winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Cloudy.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph.
Sunrise.....................7:01 AM.
Sunset......................7:17 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Partly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph increasing
to 15 to 20 mph.
Sunrise.....................7:02 AM.
Sunset......................7:16 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 20 mph diminishing to
10 to 15 mph.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Lows around 50. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows around 50. East winds 10 to 15 mph diminishing to under
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. Northeast winds 10 mph or less.
&&
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
$$
NYZ010-210900-
Northern Erie-
Including the beaches of Woodlawn Beach State Park and Buffalo Harbor
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................North winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Cloudy.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................7:01 AM.
Sunset......................7:17 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph
diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................7:02 AM.
Sunset......................7:15 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
east.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Mostly
sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows around 50. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 10 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s. East winds 10 mph or less.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the upper 60s. Northeast winds 10 mph or less.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Partly
cloudy. Lows around 50. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming light
and variable.
&&
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
$$
NYZ001-210900-
Niagara-
Including the beaches of Fort Niagara, Wilson Tuscarora State Park,
Olcott, and Golden Hill State Park
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................1 to 2 feet building to 3 to 6 feet.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds under 10 mph increasing
to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 6 feet.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................7:00 AM.
Sunset......................7:17 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 5 feet building to 4 to 7 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 30 mph, becoming
northeast.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................4 to 7 feet.
Weather.....................Partly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................7:01 AM.
Sunset......................7:15 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 6 feet.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 25 mph.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...High swim risk*. Wave height 3 to 5 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Breezy. East winds 15 to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...High swim risk*. Wave height 3 to 5 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. Breezy. East winds 15 to 25 mph
diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph increasing to 15 to
20 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 10 mph or less.
&&
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
$$
NYZ002-210900-
Orleans-
Including the beaches of Lakeside Beach State Park
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................1 to 2 feet building to 3 to 6 feet.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds under 10 mph increasing
to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 6 feet.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:58 AM.
Sunset......................7:15 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 5 feet building to 4 to 7 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................4 to 7 feet.
Weather.....................Partly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:59 AM.
Sunset......................7:13 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 6 feet.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 25 mph.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...High swim risk*. Wave height 3 to 5 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Breezy. East winds 15 to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet.
Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. Breezy. East winds 15 to 25 mph
diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 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
$$
NYZ003-210900-
Monroe-
Including the beaches of Hamlin Beach State Park, Braddock Bay,
and Ontario Beach Park
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT
THROUGH WEDNESDAY MORNING...
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................1 to 2 feet building to 3 to 6 feet.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph increasing
to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................4 to 7 feet subsiding to 3 to 6 feet.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:56 AM.
Sunset......................7:12 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 5 feet building to 4 to 7 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming
east.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................4 to 7 feet subsiding to 3 to 6 feet.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming
northeast.
Sunrise.....................6:57 AM.
Sunset......................7:10 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 6 feet.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
east.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 15 to 20 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet.
Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 15 to 20 mph
diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast 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
$$
NYZ004-210900-
Wayne-
Including the beaches of Sodus Point Beach Park and Chimney Bluffs
State Park
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT
THROUGH WEDNESDAY MORNING...
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................1 to 2 feet building to 4 to 7 feet.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph increasing
to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................4 to 7 feet subsiding to 3 to 6 feet.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Cloudy.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:53 AM.
Sunset......................7:10 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 5 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
east.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................2 to 4 feet building to 3 to 5 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................East winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
northeast.
Sunrise.....................6:54 AM.
Sunset......................7:08 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 5 feet subsiding to 2 to 4 feet.
Weather.....................Partly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
east 10 to 15 mph.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny. Highs in
the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming northeast.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
east.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast 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
$$
NYZ005-210900-
Northern Cayuga-
Including the beaches of Fair Haven Beach State Park
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................1 to 2 feet building to 3 to 5 feet.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph increasing
to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 5 feet subsiding to 2 to 4 feet.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:52 AM.
Sunset......................7:08 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
east.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................East winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast 15 to 20 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:53 AM.
Sunset......................7:06 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Partly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
east 10 to 15 mph.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Sunny. Highs
in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming northeast.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
east.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming north.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. North winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast.
&&
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
$$
NYZ006-210900-
Oswego-
Including the beaches of Oswego, Selkirk Shores State Park,
and Sandy Island Beach State Park
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less building to 3 to 5 feet.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............Around 50.
Winds.......................North winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast and increasing to 15 to 25
mph.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................High.
Wave Height.................3 to 5 feet subsiding to 1 to 3 feet.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:51 AM.
Sunset......................7:07 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Moderate.
Wave Height.................2 to 4 feet subsiding to 1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 40s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph increasing
to 15 to 20 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:52 AM.
Sunset......................7:05 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Partly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 40s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
east 10 to 15 mph.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Sunny. Highs
in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming northeast.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows around 50. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming east.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming north.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. North winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast.
&&
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
$$
NYZ007-210900-
Jefferson-
Including the beaches of Southwick Beach State Park and Westcott
Beach State Park
404 PM EDT Sun Sep 20 2026
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less building to 1 to 3 feet.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 40s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph increasing
to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Weather.....................Partly sunny in the morning, then
becoming mostly cloudy.
High Temperature............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:50 AM.
Sunset......................7:06 PM.
.MONDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 40s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:51 AM.
Sunset......................7:05 PM.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Becoming mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 40s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph
diminishing to 10 to 15 mph.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Sunny. Highs
in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly
cloudy. Lows around 50. Northeast 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
$$The water now, measured
Buoy 45012, EAST Lake America - 20NM North Northeast of Rochester, NY, 25 mi away, reported 3:50 PM.
- Waves
- 1.6 ft at 3 seconds from the NNE
- Air temperature
- 64 °F
- Wind
- 6 kt from the ENE
From NOAA's National Data Buoy Center. Wave height is the significant height, the average of the highest third; the largest waves run half again as high. Offshore buoys read bigger than the surf at the beach.
Sun and daylight
- Sunrise today
- 6:56 AM
- Sunset today
- 7:12 PM
- Sunrise tomorrow
- 6:57 AM
- Sunset tomorrow
- 7:10 PM
Times are Eastern Daylight Time. Lifeguards are off duty outside posted hours, and the swim risk does not fall with the light.
Beaches in this forecast
- Hamlin Beach State Park
- Braddock Bay
- Ontario Beach Park
As the National Weather Service lists them in its surf zone forecast.
What this means
The three levels the National Weather Service issues, and what to do at each.
| High | Life-threatening conditions are likely, and dangerous for swimmers of every level. Stay out of the water. |
|---|---|
| Moderate | Life-threatening conditions for swimmers are possible. Swim near a lifeguard, and follow the beach patrol and its flags. |
| Low | The risk to swimmers is low, but life-threatening conditions can still occur near piers, groins and river mouths. Swim near a lifeguard. |
If a rip current carries you out
- Do not fight the current. It pulls you away from the beach, not under the water.
- Stay calm and keep your head above water. Float or tread water until the pull eases.
- Swim parallel to the beach, along the shore, until you are out of the current, then angle in toward the beach.
- If you cannot escape, face the shore, wave your arms and call for help.
- If someone else is caught, do not go in after them. Get a lifeguard, call 911, and throw them something that floats.
Thunderstorms and lightning
Thunderstorms build fast over water on a summer afternoon. Water and open sand leave you the tallest thing around. When thunder roars, go indoors: leave the water and the beach for a building or a hard-topped vehicle, and wait 30 minutes after the last thunder before going back.
A rip current is a narrow stream of water flowing away from the beach, through the surf and past the breakers. It pulls swimmers out, not under. Rip current and lightning safety guidance from the National Weather Service.
Nearby
The stretches of shore the National Weather Service forecasts on either side of this one.
More for this place
Sources
Rip current risk, surf, water temperature and UV from the National Weather Service surf zone forecast and beach forecast, office BUF, issued 404 PM EDT, 9/20/2026. Original at NWS. Waves and water temperature measured by NOAA's National Data Buoy Center. Tides from NOAA CO-OPS. Alerts from the National Weather Service for zone NYZ003.