Rhode Island
Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle SSW breeze.
Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle SSW breeze.
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Weekapaug for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Weekapaug, 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: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light SSW winds.
Fri, Sep 4: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 9mph NW winds.
Sat, Sep 5: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 13mph from the N.
Sun, Sep 6: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 11mph from the NNE.
Mon, Sep 7: 0–1ft, 11s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with moderate NNW wind around 9mph.
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Weekapaug is a scenic beach break tucked along the southwestern Rhode Island coastline, facing roughly north-northwest into Block Island Sound. The spot picks up south and southwest groundswells that wrap around the barrier beach, producing punchy, hollow peaks best enjoyed during fall hurricane season when powerful Atlantic swells light up the sandbars. Its relatively uncrowded lineup and charming coastal setting make it a favorite among Rhode Island surfers looking to escape the more trafficked spots to the east.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Weekapaug is 0-1ft with a 4.8s swell period. Wind is SSW at 4mph. 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 Weekapaug is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.1ft ESE wind swell swell at 5s, a 0.7ft SSW wind swell swell at 2s, a 0.6ft SE tertiary 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 Weekapaug is Thursday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 1ft waves, a 5.7s swell period, and conditions rated Very Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Weekapaug 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 Weekapaug. 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.
Weekapaug is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Weekapaug is a scenic beach break tucked along the southwestern Rhode Island coastline, facing roughly north-northwest into Block Island Sound. The spot picks up south and southwest groundswells that wrap around the barrier beach, producing punchy, hollow peaks best enjoyed during fall hurricane season when powerful Atlantic swells light up the sandbars. Its relatively uncrowded lineup and charming coastal setting make it a favorite among Rhode Island surfers looking to escape the more trafficked spots to the east.
The prime season at Weekapaug 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 Weekapaug include strong currents, rip currents, shifting sandbars, rocky jetties, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Weekapaug 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).
