78°
Sunny
0%
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Washington County, RI · Atlantic Ocean
East Matunuck State Beach
950 Succotash Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
A South Kingstown state beach with body-surfing-friendly waves and easier crowds than Misquamicut on busy weekends. Backed by the Succotash Salt Marsh — a National Audubon Important Bird Area.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F air · 68°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 78. Southeast wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
83 /100
great
80 Swim
84 Sunbathe
88 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
SE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
6:54 PM
4.6 ft · in 3.7h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
10s · SSE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:23 AM
Sunset
8:19 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:19 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:24 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 11:41 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 6:54 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:16 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 7:22 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 12:39 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 7:50 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:13 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:16 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 1:38 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:43 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:05 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 9:08 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 2:38 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:34 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:51 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:00 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 3:34 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:24 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:29 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:52 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 4:26 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 11:14 PM | High | 4.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:04 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 11:45 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 5:16 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8452660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Sunny
0%
80
82°
Sunny
1%
76
87°
Sunny
5%
74
81°
Mostly Sunny
3%
80
80°
Mostly Sunny
7%
80
78°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
73
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 68°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State lot — paid daily.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited April 1 – September 30.
Entry Fee
2026 parking: RI resident $6 weekday / $7 weekend; non-resident $12 weekday / $14 weekend.
Address
950 Succotash Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at East Matunuck State Beach today?
East Matunuck State Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is East Matunuck State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited April 1 – September 30.
Is there an entry fee at East Matunuck State Beach?
2026 parking: RI resident $6 weekday / $7 weekend; non-resident $12 weekday / $14 weekend.
Are there lifeguards at East Matunuck State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol East Matunuck State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at East Matunuck State Beach?
Amenities at East Matunuck State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, pavilion.
When is the water warmest at East Matunuck State Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is East Matunuck State Beach located?
East Matunuck State Beach is in Washington County, RI, at 950 Succotash Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS