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Weather
 

Climate

Fire Island has a temperate climate. The park's air temperature may be slightly cooler in summer or warmer in winter than on the mainland of Long Island. Layered clothing is always recommended.

Check the predicted weather conditions before coming to Fire Island. Ferry schedules may change and some programs may be canceled or postponed in poor weather conditions.

 Today's Weather

Patchogue, New York 11772
Ocean Beach on Fire Island, NY 11770
Mastic Beach, New York 11951                     

 Tides (2006, 2007 - Moriches Inlet)

 Tropical Storm Prediction Center (May through November)
National Hurricane Awareness Week is May 20 - 27, 2007 
Atlantic Hurricane Season is June 1 - November 30
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 Fire Island Weather & Climate Change
Collage of four seasonal views of Fire Island.
Enjoy Each Season
Most people visit Fire Island during the summer, but each season has its own allure.
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Man reads interpretive sign in front of remnants of brick foundation.  

Did You Know?
The first Fire Island Lighthouse was built at the end of Fire Island in 1826. Today, the Fire Island Inlet is more than five miles west of this foundation. You can see the remnants of the first structure when you visit the present lighthouse, constructed in 1858.
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Last Updated: May 26, 2007 at 09:29 EST