75°
Sunny
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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.
75°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 75. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 66°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
76 /100
great
67 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
66°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
5:43 PM
3.7 ft · in 3.0h
Wave Height
3.0 ft
8s · S swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:13 AM
Sunset
8:23 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:09 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 10:25 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:43 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 11:54 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
38%
54
73°
Chance Rain Showers
50%
54
78°
Mostly Sunny
6%
77
78°
Sunny
3%
75
79°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
75
81°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
71
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 66°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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at East Matunuck State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for East Matunuck State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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