70°
Sunny
1%
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Washington County, RI · Atlantic Ocean
Roger W. Wheeler State Beach
100 Sand Hill Cove Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
Tucked behind the Galilee breakwater, "Sand Hill Cove" has the calmest, shallowest water of any RI state beach — the local family pick when kids are small. A playground, picnic shelter, and big bathhouse round it out.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 70. Southwest wind 5 to 12 mph.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 66°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
67 /100
good
59 Swim
70 Sunbathe
80 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 12 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
67°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
66°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
5:43 PM
3.7 ft · in 2.9h
Wave Height
3.0 ft
8s · S swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ237)
The BOX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- MAZ022 Barnstable MA — Chatham, Eastham, and Provincetown n/a
- MAZ024 Nantucket MA — Nantucket n/a
- MAZ023 Dukes MA — Edgartown and Aquinnah n/a
- MAZ020 Southern Bristol MA — Westport, Dartmouth, and New Bedford n/a
- RIZ007 Newport RI — Newport, Middletown, and Little Compton n/a
- RIZ006 Washington RI — Narragansett, Charlestown, and Westerly n/a
- RIZ008 Block Island RI — Block Island n/a
- MAZ019 Eastern Plymouth MA — Cohasset, Duxbury, Hingham, Kingston, n/a
- MAZ015 Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA — Boston, Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop, n/a
- MAZ007 Eastern Essex MA — Beverly, Gloucester, and Newburyport n/a
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
67°
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
37%
54
69°
Chance Rain Showers
52%
43
71°
Mostly Sunny
6%
68
72°
Sunny
2%
75
73°
Mostly Sunny
14%
75
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
71
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 66°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Weekday $6 RI / $12 non-resident; weekend $7 RI / $14 non-resident.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on RI state beaches April 1 – September 30.
Entry Fee
$12 non-resident weekday / $14 weekend parking
Address
100 Sand Hill Cove Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Roger W. Wheeler State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Roger W. Wheeler State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Roger W. Wheeler State Beach dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on RI state beaches April 1 – September 30.
Is there an entry fee at Roger W. Wheeler State Beach?
$12 non-resident weekday / $14 weekend parking
Are there lifeguards at Roger W. Wheeler State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Roger W. Wheeler 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 Roger W. Wheeler State Beach?
Amenities at Roger W. Wheeler State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, playground, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Roger W. Wheeler 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 Roger W. Wheeler State Beach located?
Roger W. Wheeler State Beach is in Washington County, RI, at 100 Sand Hill Cove Road, Narragansett, RI 02882.
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