Rhode Island
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Monahan's Dock, 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: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light SSW winds.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light NNW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 11mph by PM.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with moderate N wind around 7mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 14mph by PM.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with moderate SW wind around 11mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Thu, May 14: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and poor conditions with strong SSE wind at 14mph.
7s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast
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Monahan's Dock is a lesser-known Rhode Island surf spot tucked along the western-facing shoreline near Narragansett Bay, picking up south and southwest swells that wrap into the area. The cobblestone and rocky bottom helps shape peaky, punchy waves that reward surfers willing to time their sessions around the right tide and swell window. Its relatively remote character and inconsistent surf keep crowds thin, making it a rewarding find for Rhode Island surfers looking to escape the busier breaks along the coast.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Monahan's Dock is 1-2ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is SSW at 9mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Monahan's Dock is 1-2ft, produced by a 2.8ft SSE primary swell at 8s, a 0.9ft 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 Monahan's Dock is Wednesday from 11 AM to 2 PM with 1ft waves, a 3.35s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Monahan's Dock works best with a S 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 Monahan's Dock. 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.
Monahan's Dock is a point with a cobblestone bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Monahan's Dock is a lesser-known Rhode Island surf spot tucked along the western-facing shoreline near Narragansett Bay, picking up south and southwest swells that wrap into the area. The cobblestone and rocky bottom helps shape peaky, punchy waves that reward surfers willing to time their sessions around the right tide and swell window. Its relatively remote character and inconsistent surf keep crowds thin, making it a rewarding find for Rhode Island surfers looking to escape the busier breaks along the coast.
The prime season at Monahan's Dock 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 Monahan's Dock include rocks, cobblestone bottom, strong currents, boat traffic, shallow sections. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Monahan's Dock 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.
