Rhode Island
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 2nd Beach (Sachuest 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: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with glassy conditions. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 3-4ft on S swell at 6s with gentle SSW breeze. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning. Don't wait too long — the wind comes back up after lunch.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 2-3ft waves, 8mph from the ESE, fair conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 8mph SSW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 13mph by PM.
Wed, May 20: 3–4ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on S swell at 6s and 9mph from the SW. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 16mph from the SSW and dropping conditions to poor.
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Sachuest Beach, known locally as 2nd Beach, is a scenic Rhode Island gem tucked between Purgatory Chasm and the Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge in Middletown. Facing WSW into Narragansett Bay's outer waters, the beach picks up south and southeast swells that wrap around Aquidneck Island, producing punchy, fast-breaking beach break waves best enjoyed in the 2-6 foot range. Fall is prime time here when Atlantic hurricane swells combine with offshore northwest winds to deliver some of the best surf the Ocean State has to offer.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 2nd Beach (Sachuest Beach) is 1-2ft with a 8.85s swell period. Wind is SW at 7mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at 2nd Beach (Sachuest Beach) is 1-2ft, 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 2nd Beach (Sachuest Beach) is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 6.45s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
2nd Beach (Sachuest Beach) works best with a SSE swell and NNE 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 2nd Beach (Sachuest 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.
2nd Beach (Sachuest Beach) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Sachuest Beach, known locally as 2nd Beach, is a scenic Rhode Island gem tucked between Purgatory Chasm and the Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge in Middletown. Facing WSW into Narragansett Bay's outer waters, the beach picks up south and southeast swells that wrap around Aquidneck Island, producing punchy, fast-breaking beach break waves best enjoyed in the 2-6 foot range. Fall is prime time here when Atlantic hurricane swells combine with offshore northwest winds to deliver some of the best surf the Ocean State has to offer.
The prime season at 2nd Beach (Sachuest 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 2nd Beach (Sachuest Beach) include strong rip currents, shore break, crowded lineups in summer, cold water, rocks near edges of beach. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 2nd Beach (Sachuest 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.
