Rhode Island
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Dunes Park Beach, 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: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with 11mph from the S.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with light NW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 10mph.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with gentle NNW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with moderate SW wind around 11mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 16mph.
Thu, May 14: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 14mph out of the SSE.
Free, simple, and takes 30 seconds.
Dunes Park Beach is a mellow Rhode Island beach break tucked along the western shore of Narragansett Bay's outer reaches, facing NNW toward open water and catching southerly and southwesterly swells that funnel through the area. Waves here tend to be small and forgiving, with sandy-bottomed peaks that shift seasonally, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders looking for uncrowded rides. The dune-backed shoreline offers a scenic setting, and the spot picks up the best energy during fall when Atlantic storm swells push consistent chest-high surf through the region.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Dunes Park Beach is 0-1ft with a 7.95s swell period. Wind is S at 9mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Dunes Park Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 1ft SE primary swell at 8s, a 0.7ft SSW wind swell swell at 2s. 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 Dunes Park Beach is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 5.8s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Dunes Park Beach works best with a SSW swell and NNW 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 Dunes Park Beach. 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.
Dunes Park Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Dunes Park Beach is a mellow Rhode Island beach break tucked along the western shore of Narragansett Bay's outer reaches, facing NNW toward open water and catching southerly and southwesterly swells that funnel through the area. Waves here tend to be small and forgiving, with sandy-bottomed peaks that shift seasonally, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders looking for uncrowded rides. The dune-backed shoreline offers a scenic setting, and the spot picks up the best energy during fall when Atlantic storm swells push consistent chest-high surf through the region.
The prime season at Dunes Park Beach 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 Dunes Park Beach include rip currents, shifting sandbars, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Dunes Park Beach 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.
