Rhode Island
Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and very poor with moderate SW wind around 7mph.
Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and very poor with moderate SW wind around 7mph.
Best window·Monday 9AM–12PM·2-3ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Lighthouse (Point Judith), 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: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and very poor conditions with 7mph SW winds.
Fri, Sep 4: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with gentle NNW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 9mph.
Sat, Sep 5: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 15mph out of the N.
Sun, Sep 6: 1–2ft, 4s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with strong NNE wind at 18mph.
Mon, Sep 7: 2–3ft, 11s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 11s with 11mph N winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 15mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
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Lighthouse at Point Judith is one of Rhode Island's most iconic surf breaks, wrapping powerful Atlantic swells around the rocky headland at the southern tip of the state to produce long, peeling waves with real punch. The spot faces NNE, meaning it picks up a wide range of S to SE groundswells that funnel up the Rhode Island coast, and fall hurricane season delivers some of its best and most consistent surf. The historic Point Judith Lighthouse adds a dramatic backdrop, and the exposed geography here means the ocean rarely goes completely flat during the colder months.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Lighthouse (Point Judith) is 1-2ft with a 4.4s swell period. Wind is SW at 7mph. 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 Lighthouse (Point Judith) is 1-2ft, produced by a 2.3ft SSE wind swell swell at 4s, a 1.7ft SSE 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 Lighthouse (Point Judith) is Monday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 3ft waves, a 10.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Lighthouse (Point Judith) 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 Lighthouse (Point Judith). 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.
Lighthouse (Point Judith) is a point with a rock bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Lighthouse at Point Judith is one of Rhode Island's most iconic surf breaks, wrapping powerful Atlantic swells around the rocky headland at the southern tip of the state to produce long, peeling waves with real punch. The spot faces NNE, meaning it picks up a wide range of S to SE groundswells that funnel up the Rhode Island coast, and fall hurricane season delivers some of its best and most consistent surf. The historic Point Judith Lighthouse adds a dramatic backdrop, and the exposed geography here means the ocean rarely goes completely flat during the colder months.
The prime season at Lighthouse (Point Judith) 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 Lighthouse (Point Judith) include rocks, strong currents, cold water, rip currents, localism, boat traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Lighthouse (Point Judith) 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).
