72°
Sunny
1%
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Washington County, RI · Atlantic Ocean
Salty Brine State Beach
254 Great Island Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
The compact RI state beach right next to the Galilee port — sit on the jetty boardwalk and the Block Island ferry passes a stone's throw away.
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 1.2h
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 · 87%
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
Weekday $6 RI / $12 non-resident; weekend $7 RI / $14 non-resident. Buy in advance.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on RI state beaches April 1 – September 30.
Entry Fee
$12 non-resident weekday / $14 weekend parking
Address
254 Great Island Road, Narragansett, RI 02882
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Salty Brine State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Salty Brine State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Salty Brine State Beach dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on RI state beaches April 1 – September 30.
Is there an entry fee at Salty Brine State Beach?
$12 non-resident weekday / $14 weekend parking
Are there lifeguards at Salty Brine State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Salty Brine 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 Salty Brine State Beach?
Amenities at Salty Brine State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, boardwalk, accessibility.
When is the water warmest at Salty Brine 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 Salty Brine State Beach located?
Salty Brine State Beach is in Washington County, RI, at 254 Great Island Road, Narragansett, RI 02882.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS