77°
Sunny
0%
83
Washington County, RI · Atlantic Ocean
Scarborough State Beach
870 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
Rhode Island's flagship ocean beach: wide sand, dependable surf, an observation tower, and a long boardwalk between the North and South lots. Big, busy, and well-run, with strong currents that justify the heavy lifeguard staffing.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
77°F air · 68°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 77. Southeast wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
82 /100
great
80 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
86 Fish
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°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
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
6:54 PM
4.6 ft · in 3.6h
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
76°
Sunny
0%
79
81°
Sunny
1%
76
86°
Sunny
5%
71
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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
2:30 AM - 3:30 AM
Major
10:10 AM - 12:10 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Weekday $6 RI / $12 non-resident; weekend $7 RI / $14 non-resident. Season passes $30 / $60.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on RI state beaches April 1 – September 30.
Entry Fee
$12 non-resident weekday / $14 weekend parking
Address
870 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Scarborough State Beach today?
Scarborough 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 Scarborough State Beach dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on RI state beaches April 1 – September 30.
Is there an entry fee at Scarborough State Beach?
$12 non-resident weekday / $14 weekend parking
Are there lifeguards at Scarborough State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Scarborough 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 Scarborough State Beach?
Amenities at Scarborough State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, boardwalk, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Scarborough 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 Scarborough State Beach located?
Scarborough State Beach is in Washington County, RI, at 870 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI 02882.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS