74°
Partly Sunny
3%
64
Washington County, RI · Atlantic Ocean
Roger W. Wheeler State Beach
100 Sand Hill Cove Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
Tucked behind the Galilee breakwater, "Sand Hill Cove" has the calmest, shallowest water of any RI state beach — the local family pick when kids are small. A playground, picnic shelter, and big bathhouse round it out.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 73°F water · 74°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 74. South wind around 16 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southwest wind 16 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.
Weather
- 74°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
64 /100
good
50 Swim
74 Sunbathe
82 Walk
78 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.
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
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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Clear
Wind
16 mph
S
Rain
3%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
77°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
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ237)
The BOX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- MAZ022 Barnstable MA — Chatham, Eastham, and Provincetown n/a
- MAZ024 Nantucket MA — Nantucket n/a
- MAZ023 Dukes MA — Edgartown and Aquinnah n/a
- MAZ020 Southern Bristol MA — Westport, Dartmouth, and New Bedford n/a
- RIZ007 Newport RI — Newport, Middletown, and Little Compton n/a
- RIZ006 Washington RI — Narragansett, Charlestown, and Westerly n/a
- RIZ008 Block Island RI — Block Island n/a
- MAZ019 Eastern Plymouth MA — Cohasset, Duxbury, Hingham, Kingston, n/a
- MAZ015 Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA — Boston, Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop, n/a
- MAZ007 Eastern Essex MA — Beverly, Gloucester, and Newburyport n/a
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
77°
Mostly Sunny
13%
66
72°
Mostly Sunny
1%
81
70°
Mostly Sunny
0%
78
71°
Chance Rain Showers
54%
49
73°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
70°
Mostly Sunny
4%
75
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Weekday $6 RI / $12 non-resident; weekend $7 RI / $14 non-resident.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on RI state beaches April 1 – September 30.
Entry Fee
$12 non-resident weekday / $14 weekend parking
Address
100 Sand Hill Cove Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Roger W. Wheeler State Beach today?
Roger W. Wheeler 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 Roger W. Wheeler State Beach dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on RI state beaches April 1 – September 30.
Is there an entry fee at Roger W. Wheeler State Beach?
$12 non-resident weekday / $14 weekend parking
Are there lifeguards at Roger W. Wheeler State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Roger W. Wheeler 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 Roger W. Wheeler State Beach?
Amenities at Roger W. Wheeler State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, playground, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Roger W. Wheeler 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 Roger W. Wheeler State Beach located?
Roger W. Wheeler State Beach is in Washington County, RI, at 100 Sand Hill Cove Road, Narragansett, RI 02882.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS