Rhode Island
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Lighthouse (Point Judith), 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: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor - fair with 12mph SSW winds.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 3-4ft on SE swell at 8s with gentle NW breeze. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning. Don't wait too long — the wind comes back up after lunch.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with moderate NNW wind around 7mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 14mph.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 11mph from the SW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with strong SSE wind at 14mph.
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Lighthouse at Point Judith is one of Rhode Island's most iconic surf breaks, wrapping powerful Atlantic swells around the rocky headland at the southern tip of the state to produce long, peeling waves with real punch. The spot faces NNE, meaning it picks up a wide range of S to SE groundswells that funnel up the Rhode Island coast, and fall hurricane season delivers some of its best and most consistent surf. The historic Point Judith Lighthouse adds a dramatic backdrop, and the exposed geography here means the ocean rarely goes completely flat during the colder months.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Lighthouse (Point Judith) is 3-4ft with a 8.05s swell period. Wind is SSW at 11mph 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 Lighthouse (Point Judith) is 3-4ft, produced by a 2.8ft SSE primary swell at 8s, a 1ft 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 Lighthouse (Point Judith) is Monday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.1s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Lighthouse (Point Judith) works best with a SSE swell and NNE 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 Lighthouse (Point Judith). 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.
Lighthouse (Point Judith) is a point with a rock bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Lighthouse at Point Judith is one of Rhode Island's most iconic surf breaks, wrapping powerful Atlantic swells around the rocky headland at the southern tip of the state to produce long, peeling waves with real punch. The spot faces NNE, meaning it picks up a wide range of S to SE groundswells that funnel up the Rhode Island coast, and fall hurricane season delivers some of its best and most consistent surf. The historic Point Judith Lighthouse adds a dramatic backdrop, and the exposed geography here means the ocean rarely goes completely flat during the colder months.
The prime season at Lighthouse (Point Judith) 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 Lighthouse (Point Judith) include rocks, strong currents, cold water, rip currents, localism, boat traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Lighthouse (Point Judith) 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.
