Rhode Island
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Narragansett 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: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SE swell at 9s with glassy conditions. Onshore flow builds through the day to 14mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sun, May 17: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with light winds out of the SW and fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 8s with moderate E wind around 9mph. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with moderate SW wind around 9mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 14mph by PM.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 11mph from the SW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 17mph.
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Narragansett Beach is one of Rhode Island's most beloved surf destinations, stretching along the southern coastline and facing WNW toward open Atlantic fetch that funnels consistent swells into the bay. The sandy bottom produces punchy, powerful beach break waves that can deliver hollow lefts and rights, particularly during fall when Hurricane season swells and nor'easters push quality surf to the region. Its accessibility and reliable conditions make it a hub for Rhode Island's surf community, though it can get busy on good swells.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Narragansett Beach is 2-3ft with a 9.2s swell period. Wind is WSW at 7mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Narragansett Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 2ft SE 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 Narragansett Beach is Sunday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 2ft waves, a 7.75s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Narragansett Beach works best with a SSE swell and WNW 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 Narragansett 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.
Narragansett Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Narragansett Beach is one of Rhode Island's most beloved surf destinations, stretching along the southern coastline and facing WNW toward open Atlantic fetch that funnels consistent swells into the bay. The sandy bottom produces punchy, powerful beach break waves that can deliver hollow lefts and rights, particularly during fall when Hurricane season swells and nor'easters push quality surf to the region. Its accessibility and reliable conditions make it a hub for Rhode Island's surf community, though it can get busy on good swells.
The prime season at Narragansett 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 Narragansett Beach include strong currents, rip currents, crowds, cold water, shore break. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Narragansett 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.
