Rhode Island
A slow one — 1-2ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate SW wind around 9mph.
A slow one — 1-2ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate SW wind around 9mph.
Best window·Monday 9AM–12PM·2-3ft·Fair - Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Black Rock Point, Rhode Island. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and very poor conditions with 9mph from the SW.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on SW swell at 4s with moderate WNW wind around 9mph. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with strong N wind at 15mph.
Sun, Sep 6: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on NE swell at 5s with 18mph NNE winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Mon, Sep 7: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with 7mph NW winds and fair - good conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning. Don't wait too long — the wind comes back up after lunch.
Two days at a glance. Swipe for later hours.Five days at a glance. Drag for later hours.
Very Poor today — get one free email when Black Rock Point turns Good.
Check Black Rock Point from the lineup
Forecasts, surf alerts, and live conditions in the Swell Intel iPhone app.
Black Rock Point is a raw and rugged Rhode Island surf spot situated on the southwestern coastline near Block Island Sound, where rocky headlands funnel swells into punchy, hollow waves that break over an uneven rock bottom. The northward-facing transect means this spot can pick up residual south swells wrapping around the point, producing unpredictable but rewarding rides when conditions align. Its remote character and technical bottom make it a spot best suited to experienced surfers seeking uncrowded Rhode Island waves away from the more popular breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Black Rock Point is 1-2ft with a 6.3s swell period. Wind is SW at 9mph. 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 Black Rock Point is 1-2ft, produced by a 2.5ft SE wind swell swell at 6s, a 1.6ft SE secondary 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 Black Rock Point is Monday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 2ft waves, a 9.9s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Black Rock Point works best with a S swell and N 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 Black Rock Point. 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.
Black Rock Point is a point with a rock bottom, suited to advanced surfers. Black Rock Point is a raw and rugged Rhode Island surf spot situated on the southwestern coastline near Block Island Sound, where rocky headlands funnel swells into punchy, hollow waves that break over an uneven rock bottom. The northward-facing transect means this spot can pick up residual south swells wrapping around the point, producing unpredictable but rewarding rides when conditions align. Its remote character and technical bottom make it a spot best suited to experienced surfers seeking uncrowded Rhode Island waves away from the more popular breaks.
The prime season at Black Rock Point 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 Black Rock Point include rocks, sharp reef, strong currents, isolated location, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Black Rock Point 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
