Dawn patrol surfing in Massapequa

Massapequa, New York

Sunrise and first light times for planning your dawn patrol session.

First light in Massapequa means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 1 spots are worth the 5am alarm.

Sunrise

7:10 AM
First Light: 6:40 AM

Day length: 10h 59m

-3 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:10 AM

First light: 6:40 AM

Sunset

6:09 PM

Last light: 6:39 PM

Data from TOBAY Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:10 AM

Sunset

6:09 PM

Day Length

10h 59m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:11 AM

Sunset

6:08 PM

Day Length

10h 57m

Wed, Oct 21

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

6:06 PM

Day Length

10h 54m

Thu, Oct 22

Sunrise

7:13 AM

Sunset

6:05 PM

Day Length

10h 52m

Fri, Oct 23

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

6:03 PM

Day Length

10h 49m

Sat, Oct 24

Sunrise

7:15 AM

Sunset

6:02 PM

Day Length

10h 47m

Best dawn patrol spots in Massapequa

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Featured Beaches(1)

TOBAY Beach

Intermediate

Town of Oyster Bay ocean beach on Ocean Parkway, separate from the bayside TOBAY beach. Vehicle access is subject to town residency and permit rules.

Dawn patrol access guide for Massapequa

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

TOBAY Beach
beach

Town of Oyster Bay ocean beach on Ocean Parkway, separate from the bayside TOBAY beach. Vehicle access is subject to town residency and permit rules.

Early access

Confirm Town of Oyster Bay residency eligibility and parking-permit requirements before visiting.

Dawn patrol tips

  • Glassy morning conditions before onshore winds
  • Less crowded lineups at sunrise
  • East-facing beaches for sunrise views
  • Spots with easy parking for early arrivals

Surf Guides for Massapequa

Conditions

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Water Temperature
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Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Massapequa

Dawn patrol in Massapequa typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.

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