77°
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Washington County, RI · Atlantic Ocean
Narragansett Town Beach
39 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
A half-mile of sand at the center of Narragansett village, with the Towers (1880s casino remnants) framing the south end. Rhode Island's premier surf beach — consistent breaks at the south wall, surf-school territory mid-beach.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
77°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 3 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
- 77°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
77°F
Clear
Wind
3 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
72°F
Scattered Rain Showers
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
72°
Scattered Rain Showers
39%
65
75°
Chance Rain Showers
48%
54
82°
Mostly Sunny
7%
77
84°
Sunny
3%
75
85°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
75
88°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
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
Town lots — paid daily, fill by 10 AM on warm weekends.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited May 15 – September 15. Leashed permitted September 16 – May 14.
Entry Fee
2026 parking: $10/vehicle weekdays, $15/vehicle weekends/holidays. Plus walk-on fee. After Labor Day: free.
Address
39 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Narragansett Town Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Narragansett Town Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Narragansett Town Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited May 15 – September 15. Leashed permitted September 16 – May 14.
Is there an entry fee at Narragansett Town Beach?
2026 parking: $10/vehicle weekdays, $15/vehicle weekends/holidays. Plus walk-on fee. After Labor Day: free.
Are there lifeguards at Narragansett Town Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Narragansett Town Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Narragansett Town Beach?
Amenities at Narragansett Town Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, surf school.
When is the water warmest at Narragansett Town 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 Narragansett Town Beach located?
Narragansett Town Beach is in Washington County, RI, at 39 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS