Surf Forecast
Issued by NWS Buffalo, NY
Issued by NWS Buffalo, NY
067
FZUS51 KBUF 170804
SRFBUF
Surf Zone and Beach Forecast
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
NYZ019-172100-
Chautauqua-
Including the beaches of Ripley, Lake Erie State Park, Silver Creek,
and Hanover
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. Patchy fog
early. Showers likely early.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
north.
Sunrise.....................6:59 AM.
Sunset......................7:26 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................North winds 10 mph or less.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
north.
Sunrise.....................7:00 AM.
Sunset......................7:24 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
east.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly cloudy.
A chance of showers. Highs around 70. East winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Cloudy,
showers. Lows in the lower 60s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
south.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Showers likely. Highs in the upper 60s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph
increasing to 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph diminishing
to 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast 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
$$
NYZ085-172100-
Southern Erie-
Including the beaches of Evangola State Park, Bennett Beach,
and Wendt Beach County Park
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. Showers likely
early.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
northwest under 10 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:57 AM.
Sunset......................7:25 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Partly to mostly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............Around 60.
Winds.......................North winds 10 mph or less.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................North winds 5 to 10 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:58 AM.
Sunset......................7:23 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
east.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Mostly
cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s. East winds 10 mph or less.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Cloudy,
showers. Lows in the upper 50s. East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly cloudy. A
chance of showers. Highs in the upper 60s. Northeast winds 5 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. 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
$$
NYZ010-172100-
Northern Erie-
Including the beaches of Woodlawn Beach State Park and Buffalo Harbor
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. A chance of
showers early.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 mph or less,
becoming north.
Sunrise.....................6:56 AM.
Sunset......................7:24 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Partly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............Around 60.
Winds.......................North winds under 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................North winds 10 mph or less.
Sunrise.....................6:57 AM.
Sunset......................7:22 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 10 mph or less, becoming
east.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Mostly
cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s. East winds 10 mph or less.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 foot or less. Cloudy,
showers. Lows in the upper 50s. East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly cloudy. A
chance of showers. Highs in the upper 60s. Northeast winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. 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
$$
NYZ001-172100-
Niagara-
Including the beaches of Fort Niagara, Wilson Tuscarora State Park,
Olcott, and Golden Hill State Park
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. A chance of
showers early.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 mph or less,
becoming north.
Sunrise.....................6:56 AM.
Sunset......................7:24 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Becoming mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
north.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................North winds 5 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:57 AM.
Sunset......................7:22 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. North winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming east.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Cloudy.
Showers likely. Lows in the mid 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy. A
chance of showers. Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 15 to
20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...High swim risk*. Wave height 4 to 6 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Breezy. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph
increasing to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...High swim risk*. Wave height 4 to 6 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the lower 60s. Breezy. Northeast winds 15 to 25 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
$$
NYZ002-172100-
Orleans-
Including the beaches of Lakeside Beach State Park
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. A chance of
showers early.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds under 10 mph, becoming
north.
Sunrise.....................6:54 AM.
Sunset......................7:22 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Becoming mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............Around 70.
Winds.......................North winds 5 to 10 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:55 AM.
Sunset......................7:20 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. North winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming east.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Cloudy.
Showers likely. Lows in the upper 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy. A
chance of showers. Highs in the upper 60s. Northeast winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...High swim risk*. Wave height 3 to 5 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Breezy. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph
increasing to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...High swim risk*. Wave height 4 to 6 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the lower 60s. Breezy. Northeast winds 15 to 25 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
$$
NYZ003-172100-
Monroe-
Including the beaches of Hamlin Beach State Park, Braddock Bay,
and Ontario Beach Park
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........In the lower 70s.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. A chance of
showers early.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds under 10 mph, becoming
north.
Sunrise.....................6:51 AM.
Sunset......................7:20 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Becoming mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............Around 70.
Winds.......................North winds 5 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:53 AM.
Sunset......................7:18 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. North winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming east.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Cloudy,
showers. Lows in the upper 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
southeast.
.SUNDAY...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Highs in the upper 60s. Northeast winds
10 to 15 mph, becoming north.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...High swim risk*. Wave height 3 to 5 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Breezy. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph
increasing to 15 to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...High swim risk*. Wave height 4 to 6 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the lower 60s. Breezy. Northeast winds 15 to 25 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
$$
NYZ004-172100-
Wayne-
Including the beaches of Sodus Point Beach Park and Chimney Bluffs
State Park
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. A chance of
showers this morning.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................East winds under 10 mph, becoming
north.
Sunrise.....................6:49 AM.
Sunset......................7:17 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Partly cloudy.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................North winds 10 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:50 AM.
Sunset......................7:15 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Showers. Lows in the upper 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph,
becoming southeast.
.SUNDAY...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Mostly
cloudy. A chance of showers. Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming north 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...High swim risk*. Wave height 3 to 5 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph.
.MONDAY...High swim risk*. Wave height 4 to 6 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the lower 60s. Northeast 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
$$
NYZ005-172100-
Northern Cayuga-
Including the beaches of Fair Haven Beach State Park
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. A chance of
showers this morning. A chance of
showers late.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming north.
Sunrise.....................6:47 AM.
Sunset......................7:16 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Becoming mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 to 3 feet.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................North winds 10 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:49 AM.
Sunset......................7:14 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly
cloudy. Cooler. Lows in the lower 50s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 mph or less.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Showers. Lows in the upper 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph,
becoming southeast.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Showers likely. Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph,
becoming northeast 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s. North winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
northeast.
.MONDAY...Moderate swim risk*. Wave height 2 to 4 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast 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
$$
NYZ006-172100-
Oswego-
Including the beaches of Oswego, Selkirk Shores State Park,
and Sandy Island Beach State Park
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Mostly cloudy this morning, then
becoming partly sunny. A chance of
showers this morning.
High Temperature............In the mid 70s.
Winds.......................East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming
northwest.
Sunrise.....................6:46 AM.
Sunset......................7:14 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Becoming mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the lower 60s.
Winds.......................Northwest winds 5 to 15 mph, becoming
north.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................2 feet or less.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................North winds 10 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:47 AM.
Sunset......................7:13 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly
cloudy. Cooler. Lows around 50. North winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 mph or less, becoming northeast.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Showers likely. Lows in the mid 50s. East winds 5 to 15 mph,
becoming southeast.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly cloudy.
Showers likely. Highs in the mid 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph,
becoming northeast 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. North winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
northeast.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height 1 to 3 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast 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
$$
NYZ007-172100-
Jefferson-
Including the beaches of Southwick Beach State Park and Westcott
Beach State Park
404 AM EDT Thu Sep 17 2026
.TODAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
UV Index**..................Moderate.
Water Temperature...........Around 70.
Weather.....................Partly sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 10 mph or less,
becoming northwest.
Sunrise.....................6:45 AM.
Sunset......................7:14 PM.
.TONIGHT...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Becoming mainly clear.
Low Temperature.............In the upper 50s.
Winds.......................North winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...
Swim Risk*..................Low.
Wave Height.................1 foot or less.
Weather.....................Mostly sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................North winds 10 to 15 mph.
Sunrise.....................6:46 AM.
Sunset......................7:12 PM.
.EXTENDED...
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s. North winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming
northeast.
.SATURDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly sunny.
Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly
cloudy. Showers likely. Lows in the lower 50s. East winds 5 to
15 mph, becoming southeast.
.SUNDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 1 foot. Mostly cloudy. A
chance of showers. Highs in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming north 15 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly
cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s. North winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming
northeast.
.MONDAY...Low swim risk*. Wave height around 2 feet. Partly sunny.
Highs in the lower 60s. Northeast 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
$$