Rockaway Beach – New York in October
October is one of the best months for surfing at Rockaway Beach – New York.
Plan your trip to Rockaway Beach – New YorkEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 18°C by day, 10°C at night
- Weather: 25 sunny days, 7 rainy days
Rockaway Beach – New YorkNew York (Queens), United StatesBeginner-friendly · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ JFK 7 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in October
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Cocoa BeachUnited States · 1493 km away · water 26°C1.1 m waves2
Wrightsville BeachUnited States · 790 km away · water 23°C1.2 m waves3
Folly Beach – The WashoutUnited States · 1037 km away · water 23°C1.2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in October →Schools and camps near Rockaway Beach – New York
- Surface Inn 12.4 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is October a good time for surfing at Rockaway Beach – New York?
October is one of the best months for surfing at Rockaway Beach – New York. Waves 1.2 m, water 18°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 18°C.
How warm is the water at Rockaway Beach – New York in October?
About 18°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Rockaway Beach – New York in October?
About 1.2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Rockaway Beach – New York in October?
Around 18°C by day and 10°C at night, with about 25 sunny and 7 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in October?
Within 1,500 km: Cocoa Beach (1.1 m waves), Wrightsville Beach (1.2 m waves) & Folly Beach – The Washout (1.2 m waves).