Rhode Island
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Monahan's Dock for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Monahan's Dock, 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: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on SE swell at 9s with barely a breath of wind. The SSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 13mph and very poor by then.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with 16mph out of the SW.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 12mph SW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 16mph by PM.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–1ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 9mph WNW winds.
Sat, Jul 4: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with light W winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 17mph.
Monahan's Dock is a lesser-known Rhode Island surf spot tucked along the western-facing shoreline near Narragansett Bay, picking up south and southwest swells that wrap into the area. The cobblestone and rocky bottom helps shape peaky, punchy waves that reward surfers willing to time their sessions around the right tide and swell window. Its relatively remote character and inconsistent surf keep crowds thin, making it a rewarding find for Rhode Island surfers looking to escape the busier breaks along the coast.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Monahan's Dock is 1-2ft with a 8.85s swell period. Wind is S at 8mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Monahan's Dock is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.8ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 0.6ft SSE secondary swell at 6s, 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 Monahan's Dock is Tuesday from 11 AM to 2 PM with 2ft waves, a 8.85s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Monahan's Dock works best with a S 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 Monahan's Dock. 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.
Monahan's Dock is a point with a cobblestone bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Monahan's Dock is a lesser-known Rhode Island surf spot tucked along the western-facing shoreline near Narragansett Bay, picking up south and southwest swells that wrap into the area. The cobblestone and rocky bottom helps shape peaky, punchy waves that reward surfers willing to time their sessions around the right tide and swell window. Its relatively remote character and inconsistent surf keep crowds thin, making it a rewarding find for Rhode Island surfers looking to escape the busier breaks along the coast.
The prime season at Monahan's Dock 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 Monahan's Dock include rocks, cobblestone bottom, strong currents, boat traffic, shallow sections. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Monahan's Dock 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.
