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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Bailey's 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: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with light SW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with light winds out of the E.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate SSW wind around 8mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 13mph by PM.
Wed, May 20: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 9mph from the SW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
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Bailey's Beach is a mellow Rhode Island beach break tucked along the Aquidneck Island coastline near Newport, facing ENE toward the open Atlantic. The spot picks up south and southeast swells that wrap into the bay, producing slow, rolling waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders looking for a relaxed session. Its sheltered orientation and sandy bottom make it a forgiving option when larger exposed spots along the Rhode Island coast are too powerful.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Bailey's Beach is 0-1ft with a 8.85s swell period. Wind is SW at 6mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Bailey's Beach is 0-1ft, 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 Bailey's Beach is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 6.15s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Bailey's 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 Bailey's 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.
Bailey's Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Bailey's Beach is a mellow Rhode Island beach break tucked along the Aquidneck Island coastline near Newport, facing ENE toward the open Atlantic. The spot picks up south and southeast swells that wrap into the bay, producing slow, rolling waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders looking for a relaxed session. Its sheltered orientation and sandy bottom make it a forgiving option when larger exposed spots along the Rhode Island coast are too powerful.
The prime season at Bailey's 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 Bailey's Beach include swimmers, beach crowds in summer, rip currents, localism. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Bailey's 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.
