Massive waves from Hurricane Erin expected on Long Island 

It's a beautiful day today, but changes are on the way. 

Alex Calamia

Aug 19, 2025, 9:57 AM

Updated 2 hr ago

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WHAT'S NEW: A High Surf Advisory has been posted Wednesday through Friday. Life threatening 8-13-foot waves are expected.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
  • Pick of the week today.
  • Rain chance increased for Wednesday. Overcast morning, afternoon & evening showers.
  • Beach erosion expected Thursday night into Friday morning.
  • High Risk of Rip Currents today through Saturday.
TODAY: Pleasant temperatures, low humidity
It's the pick of the week! Highs are in the mid 70s with a few afternoon clouds. There is a High Risk for Rip Currents.
TOMORROW: Gloomy and wet
It's cloudy in the morning with showers expected later in the day. Highs are in the mid 70s. There's a High Risk for Rip Currents and a High Surf Advisory in effect.
THURSDAY: Dangerous Surf
A shower in the morning, then a mix of sun and clouds with highs near 80. Life threatening surf is expected with 8-13 FT waves.
FRIDAY: Dangerous Surf
A nice looking day, but dangerous surf conditions continue for our south shore. Waves 8-10-foot. Highs near 80.
NEXT WEEKEND
Saturday is the pick out of the weekend with more sun than clouds. A few showers or thunderstorms are possible on Sunday with highs near 80.