Rhode Island
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Green Hill for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Green Hill, Rhode Island. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 11mph by PM.
Wed, Jul 1: 2–3ft, 3s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph from the SW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor conditions with 10mph from the WSW.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2ft waves on SSE swell at 5s and moderate WNW wind around 8mph. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and very poor conditions with gentle WNW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 14mph.
Green Hill is a mellow Rhode Island beach break tucked along the southern Washington County coastline, offering fun, punchy waves that peak up nicely on south and southeast swells pushing through Block Island Sound. The spot's NNW-facing transect means it picks up south swells with great efficiency while remaining somewhat sheltered from the direct northeast storm chop that batters more exposed Rhode Island breaks. It's a relatively uncrowded gem compared to nearby Narragansett, making it a rewarding find for surfers willing to explore the quieter stretches of Rhode Island's coastline.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Green Hill is 0-1ft with a 8.8s swell period. Wind is SSW at 9mph 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 Green Hill is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.4ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 0.5ft SSW wind swell swell at 2s. 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 Green Hill is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 7.05s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Green Hill 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 Green Hill. 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.
Green Hill is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Green Hill is a mellow Rhode Island beach break tucked along the southern Washington County coastline, offering fun, punchy waves that peak up nicely on south and southeast swells pushing through Block Island Sound. The spot's NNW-facing transect means it picks up south swells with great efficiency while remaining somewhat sheltered from the direct northeast storm chop that batters more exposed Rhode Island breaks. It's a relatively uncrowded gem compared to nearby Narragansett, making it a rewarding find for surfers willing to explore the quieter stretches of Rhode Island's coastline.
The prime season at Green Hill 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 Green Hill include strong currents, shifting sandbars, rip currents, occasional shore break. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Green Hill 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
