Surfing in New York
2 surfing spots in New York, United States. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surfing.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Top picks: Rockaway Beach – New York & Montauk.
- For beginners: Rockaway Beach – New York & Montauk.
Wave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in New York
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | – | – | – | |
| FebruaryFeb | – | – | – | |
| MarchMar | – | – | – | |
| AprilApr | – | – | – | |
| MayMay | – | – | – | |
| JuneJun | – | – | – | |
| JulyJul | – | – | – | |
| AugustAug | – | – | – | |
| SeptemberSep | – | – | – | |
| OctoberOct | – | – | – | |
| NovemberNov | – | – | – | |
| DecemberDec | – | – | – |
Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
Is New York good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Rockaway Beach – New York & Montauk.
Which airport is closest?
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 7 km from Rockaway Beach – New York; Westerly State Airport (WST), 36 km from Montauk.