Rhode Island
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Black Rock Point, Rhode Island. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 4–5ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 4-5ft waves and poor - fair conditions with strong SSW wind at 13mph.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 8s with light winds out of the NNW. The W wind kicks in by afternoon — 11mph and poor by then.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 8mph NNW winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 4s period, rated Poor. Afternoon is the play — morning is only very poor at 0-1ft. Swell fills in and gets up to 2-3ft by PM — poor conditions.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with moderate S wind around 13mph and poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
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Black Rock Point is a raw and rugged Rhode Island surf spot situated on the southwestern coastline near Block Island Sound, where rocky headlands funnel swells into punchy, hollow waves that break over an uneven rock bottom. The northward-facing transect means this spot can pick up residual south swells wrapping around the point, producing unpredictable but rewarding rides when conditions align. Its remote character and technical bottom make it a spot best suited to experienced surfers seeking uncrowded Rhode Island waves away from the more popular breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Black Rock Point is 4-5ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is SSW at 13mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Black Rock Point is 4-5ft, produced by a 3.7ft SSE primary swell at 8s, a 1.1ft SSW wind swell swell at 3s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Black Rock Point is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 7.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Black Rock Point works best with a S swell and N winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Black Rock Point. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Black Rock Point is a point with a rock bottom, suited to advanced surfers. Black Rock Point is a raw and rugged Rhode Island surf spot situated on the southwestern coastline near Block Island Sound, where rocky headlands funnel swells into punchy, hollow waves that break over an uneven rock bottom. The northward-facing transect means this spot can pick up residual south swells wrapping around the point, producing unpredictable but rewarding rides when conditions align. Its remote character and technical bottom make it a spot best suited to experienced surfers seeking uncrowded Rhode Island waves away from the more popular breaks.
The prime season at Black Rock Point is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Black Rock Point include rocks, sharp reef, strong currents, isolated location, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Black Rock Point forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
