Rhode Island
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 1st Beach (Eastons Beach), Rhode Island. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 3–4ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 9s with calm winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 15mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sun, May 17: 4–5ft, 7s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 4-5ft waves on S swell at 6s and light winds out of the WSW. Onshore flow builds through the day to 14mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 2-3ft with moderate ESE wind around 8mph. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on S swell at 7s with 8mph from the SSW. Onshore flow builds through the day to 13mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Wed, May 20: 4–5ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 4-5ft on S swell at 6s with moderate SW wind around 9mph. The SSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 16mph and poor by then.
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Eastons Beach, known locally as 1st Beach, is a popular Rhode Island surf spot nestled along the shores of Newport, offering mellow beach break waves that are perfect for beginners and longboarders. Facing NNW toward Narragansett Bay's open Atlantic exposure, it picks up south and southeast swells that wrap into the bay, producing fun, rolling waves with a forgiving sandy bottom. The spot is a favorite summer destination for learners and tourists, though fall brings more consistent swell and a thinning crowd for those looking to score cleaner conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 1st Beach (Eastons Beach) is 3-4ft with a 8.85s swell period. Wind is SW at 7mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at 1st Beach (Eastons Beach) is 3-4ft, produced by a 1.8ft SSE primary swell at 9s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf 1st Beach (Eastons Beach) is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 4ft waves, a 6.45s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
1st Beach (Eastons Beach) works best with a SSE swell and NNW winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at 1st Beach (Eastons Beach). Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
1st Beach (Eastons Beach) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Eastons Beach, known locally as 1st Beach, is a popular Rhode Island surf spot nestled along the shores of Newport, offering mellow beach break waves that are perfect for beginners and longboarders. Facing NNW toward Narragansett Bay's open Atlantic exposure, it picks up south and southeast swells that wrap into the bay, producing fun, rolling waves with a forgiving sandy bottom. The spot is a favorite summer destination for learners and tourists, though fall brings more consistent swell and a thinning crowd for those looking to score cleaner conditions.
The prime season at 1st Beach (Eastons Beach) is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at 1st Beach (Eastons Beach) include strong rip currents, crowded summer conditions, swimmers and beachgoers, occasional jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 1st Beach (Eastons Beach) forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
