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.

Charters & Tours 7 Eats & Drinks 4

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 73°F water · 75°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Partly sunny, with a high near 75. South wind around 14 mph.

Tonight

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southwest wind 13 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph.

Weather

75°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

73°F water — swimmable, refreshing

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:58pm edt until september 10 at 8:00pm edt by nws boston/norton ma

66 /100

good

52 Swim

78 Sunbathe

84 Walk

80 Photo

Best for walking today

Water level 0.7 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 8452660 · Observed 1.53 ft · Predicted 0.82 ft

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:58PM EDT until September 10 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

NWS · In effect through Sep 10, 8:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 4 to 6 feet expected. * WHERE...Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

75°F

Clear

Wind

14 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

6 High

High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 03 PM

Tomorrow

79°F

Mostly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

73°F

Swimming weather

Next High Tide

7:20 PM

4.4 ft · in 3m

Wave Height

2.3 ft

3s · SSW swell

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:20 AM

Sunset

7:06 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
12:52 AM	Low	0.2 ft
6:52 AM	High	4.2 ft
12:37 PM	Low	0.0 ft
7:20 PM	High	4.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:27 AM	Low	0.1 ft
7:42 AM	High	4.5 ft
1:27 PM	Low	-0.0 ft
8:06 PM	High	4.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:59 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
8:29 AM	High	4.6 ft
2:14 PM	Low	-0.0 ft
8:51 PM	High	4.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:30 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
9:14 AM	High	4.6 ft
2:58 PM	Low	0.0 ft
9:34 PM	High	4.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:01 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
9:58 AM	High	4.5 ft
3:38 PM	Low	0.1 ft
10:17 PM	High	3.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:34 AM	Low	0.1 ft
10:42 AM	High	4.3 ft
4:16 PM	Low	0.3 ft
11:01 PM	High	3.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:09 AM	Low	0.2 ft
11:27 AM	High	4.0 ft
4:54 PM	Low	0.5 ft
11:47 PM	High	3.2 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8452660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

75°

Partly Sunny

Thu Sep 10

79°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Fri Sep 11

74°

Mostly Sunny

Sat Sep 12

71°

Mostly Sunny

Sun Sep 13

73°

Chance Rain Showers

54%

Mon Sep 14

76°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

72°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 14 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°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

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerssnack barpavilion

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.