Sunny and cool Tuesday on Long Island; watch for dangerous rip currents

A refreshing week that is mainly dry ahead of breezy winds and poor surf conditions.

Julian Seawright

Aug 18, 2025, 9:13 PM

Updated 5 hr ago

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Alerts: High rip current risk is in effect from Tuesday morning through Wednesday evening. Life-threatening rip currents are expected during this period. It is advised that those who visit the beaches stay out of the surf zone, as even the best of swimmers can be swept away from shore into deep waters.
OVERNIGHT: Skies clearing, nice and comfortable night. Low temperatures near 60 degrees.
TUESDAY: More sunshine, cool, and still less humid. Highs in the low- to mid-70s. Lows in the low 60s.
WEDNESDAY: Mostly cloudy, with a few rain showers possible early in the afternoon. There is a high rip current risk for all the South Shore on Wednesday. Highs in the mid-70s. Lows in the mid-60s.
THURSDAY: Sun and clouds, windy, mild with poor surf conditions. Wave heights could be up to 10 ft during the day. Otherwise, it will still be a dry day. Highs in the upper 70s. Lows in the upper 60s.
FRIDAY: Mostly sunny, warm but still nice with less wind. Highs in the low 80s. Lows in the upper 60s.


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