Montauk Surf Report for Montauk New York

Monatuk and New York Beaches Surf Report for 05-11-2025


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Beach lovers, brace yourselves for a wave of caution today! The New York coastal zones are flashing a high-alert rip current warning that demands your full attention.

From Brooklyn's Coney Island to the Hamptons' iconic beaches, we're looking at a surf scene that's more treacherous than thrilling. Expect cloudy skies with a chance of rain and east winds howling between 15 to 20 miles per hour. Surf heights are hovering around 3 to 4 feet, creating a dangerous playground for rip currents.

Water temperatures are sitting in the upper 60s, which might tempt some adventurers, but here's the deal: today is absolutely not the day to test your swimming skills. Lifeguards are essentially saying stay out of the water unless you're looking to star in a dramatic rescue scenario.

The high rip current risk extends until 6 PM, meaning these conditions are serious business. If you absolutely must venture near the water, remember the golden rules: always have a flotation device, swim near a lifeguard, and if caught in a rip current, don't fight it. Relax, float, and signal for help.

UV index is low, temperatures are hanging in the upper 60s, and the overall vibe is more "Netflix and chill" than "beach day." Mother Nature is serving up a clear message: today is for watching waves, not riding them.

Sunrise already happened at around 6:40-6:50 AM, and sunset will grace us between 6:36 and 6:44 PM. So grab a hot drink, enjoy the dramatic cloudy seascape, and live to surf another day.

Stay safe, stay smart, and respect the ocean!
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