76°
Smoke
84%
35
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
Skip the beach today.
84% rain · NWS alert active · 76°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Smoke and showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 76. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Smoke and showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely between 7pm and 8pm, then areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely between 8pm and 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Southwest wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- 84% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 12:41pm edt until july 19 at 12:00pm edt by nws boston/norton ma
20 /100
skip
12 Swim
21 Sunbathe
30 Walk
60 Photo
Best for photography 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 12:41PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 5 feet. * WHERE...Portions of Massachusetts coastal waters and Rhode Island coastal waters. * WHEN...Until noon EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Light Rain and Fog/Mist
Wind
15 mph
S
Rain
84%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
79°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Wave Height
2.6 ft
4s · SW swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:27 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:04 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 11:45 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 5:16 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:05 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 5:38 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 12:38 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 6:09 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:55 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 6:15 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 1:30 PM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 7:15 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:45 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 6:58 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 2:21 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 8:40 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:36 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 7:49 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 3:13 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 9:51 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:30 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 8:47 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 4:10 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 10:44 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:31 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 9:46 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 5:11 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 11:27 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8452660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
79°
Mostly Sunny
5%
82
76°
Sunny
0%
82
76°
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
28
73°
Showers And Thunderstorms
90%
3
73°
Chance Rain Showers
39%
59
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
76
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 68°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 84% chance of rain
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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at East Matunuck State Beach today?
East Matunuck 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 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.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS