Rhode Island
Aim for the middle of the day — 1-2ft on SE swell at 7s with moderate SW wind around 8mph.
Aim for the middle of the day — 1-2ft on SE swell at 7s with moderate SW wind around 8mph.
Best window·Monday 6AM–9AM·2-3ft·Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Salty Brine State Beach, 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, 7s period, rated Poor. Morning kicks off with 1-2ft on SSE swell at 4s.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on SSW swell at 4s with light NNW winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Sat, Sep 5: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with strong N wind at 14mph.
Sun, Sep 6: 2–3ft, 4s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on NE swell at 4s with 18mph NNE winds. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Mon, Sep 7: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Good. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 10s with moderate N wind around 11mph. The SW wind kicks in by afternoon — 15mph and very poor by then.
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Salty Brine State Beach is a mellow Rhode Island beach break located in Galilee, along the shores of Block Island Sound, offering gentle rolling waves that are ideal for beginners and longboarders. Facing nearly due east, the spot picks up southeast and south swells funneling through the sound, producing soft, forgiving waves that break over a sandy bottom. Its proximity to the Point Judith fishing port gives it a charming local character, and fall hurricanes occasionally push in more powerful swells that excite more experienced Rhode Island surfers.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Salty Brine State Beach 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 Salty Brine State Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 2.1ft SE wind swell swell at 6s, a 1.4ft 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 Salty Brine State Beach is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 10.3s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Salty Brine State Beach works best with a SE 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 Salty Brine State 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.
Salty Brine State Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Salty Brine State Beach is a mellow Rhode Island beach break located in Galilee, along the shores of Block Island Sound, offering gentle rolling waves that are ideal for beginners and longboarders. Facing nearly due east, the spot picks up southeast and south swells funneling through the sound, producing soft, forgiving waves that break over a sandy bottom. Its proximity to the Point Judith fishing port gives it a charming local character, and fall hurricanes occasionally push in more powerful swells that excite more experienced Rhode Island surfers.
The prime season at Salty Brine State 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 Salty Brine State Beach include strong currents, boat traffic, rip currents, crowds in summer. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Salty Brine State 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. 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).
