82°
Sunny
0%
84
Washington County, RI · Atlantic Ocean
Narragansett Town Beach
39 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
A half-mile of sand at the center of Narragansett village, with the Towers (1880s casino remnants) framing the south end. Rhode Island's premier surf beach — consistent breaks at the south wall, surf-school territory mid-beach.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
82°F air · 68°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 82. East wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 62. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
83 /100
great
80 Swim
84 Sunbathe
88 Walk
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
E
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
80°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
5:22 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
80°
Sunny
0%
81
86°
Sunny
1%
74
89°
Sunny
6%
70
83°
Sunny
3%
79
83°
Mostly Sunny
7%
79
80°
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
Town lots — paid daily, fill by 10 AM on warm weekends.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited May 15 – September 15. Leashed permitted September 16 – May 14.
Entry Fee
2026 parking: $10/vehicle weekdays, $15/vehicle weekends/holidays. Plus walk-on fee. After Labor Day: free.
Address
39 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Narragansett Town Beach today?
Narragansett Town 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 Narragansett Town Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited May 15 – September 15. Leashed permitted September 16 – May 14.
Is there an entry fee at Narragansett Town Beach?
2026 parking: $10/vehicle weekdays, $15/vehicle weekends/holidays. Plus walk-on fee. After Labor Day: free.
Are there lifeguards at Narragansett Town Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Narragansett Town Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Narragansett Town Beach?
Amenities at Narragansett Town Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, surf school.
When is the water warmest at Narragansett Town 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 Narragansett Town Beach located?
Narragansett Town Beach is in Washington County, RI, at 39 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS