Best Time to Play Bethpage Black

Quick answer: the best months to play Bethpage Black are June, September & October, based on 10-year weather averages measured at the course in Farmingdale, NY.

About the Course

The people’s major venue — a state-park muni tough enough to host US Opens. Long Island’s season runs April through November, and the Black’s brutal walk is far more pleasant before summer humidity arrives.

Month-by-Month Weather at Bethpage Black

MonthAvg HighAvg LowRainy DaysAvg WindSeason
January 42°F 28°F 14 13 mph Variable
February 43°F 28°F 12 13 mph Variable
March 51°F 35°F 14 13 mph Variable
April 58°F 42°F 15 13 mph Shoulder
May 68°F 51°F 14 11 mph Peak
June 77°F 61°F 14 11 mph Peak
July 83°F 69°F 20 10 mph Shoulder
August 81°F 68°F 20 10 mph Shoulder
September 75°F 61°F 12 10 mph Peak
October 65°F 51°F 12 11 mph Peak
November 55°F 40°F 10 12 mph Shoulder
December 45°F 32°F 13 12 mph Variable

Why June, September & October Win

Our playability scoring treats highs of 60–80°F as ideal, wind under 8 mph as calm, and fewer rainy days as more bookable mornings. January typically brings the most challenging weather at Bethpage Black.

Check Conditions Before You Go

Booked a tee time? Check the live golf weather score for New York, NY — the closest city we track to Bethpage Black — for today's playability rating, hourly wind, and the best tee time window.

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