72°
Sunny
1%
71
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.
57°F water · 72°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 72. South wind around 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Southwest wind 6 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 72°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 57°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
69 /100
good
54 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
72°F
Clear
Wind
9 mph
S
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
75°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
57°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:45 PM
3.4 ft · in 1.3h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
11s · SE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:14 AM
Sunset
8:14 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:04 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:34 AM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 3:48 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:45 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
75°
Sunny
1%
71
80°
Mostly Sunny
0%
71
80°
Mostly Sunny
3%
71
71°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
71%
7
64°
Chance Rain Showers
28%
36
68°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
16%
58
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 57°F — dangerously cold
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