Rhode Island • South CountyBuoy: 44097

Matunuck Beach

Junky

Wave Height

1-3

ft

Swell

~4s

SE

Wind

11mph

Offshore (N)

Water

71°

Springsuit

Rising• High in 1h 37m

Updated: 9/18/2026, 5:36:14 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
H6:16am2.7ft
L11:20am1.0ft
H6:47pm3.0ft
Tomorrow
L1:27am1.2ft
H7:10am2.6ft
L12:43pm1.0ft
H7:47pm3.0ft
Mon, Sep 21
L2:27am1.0ft
H8:11am2.7ft
L2:02pm0.9ft
H8:47pm3.1ft
Tue, Sep 22
L3:09am0.8ft

Recent History

No recent history available

About Matunuck Beach

Matunuck Beach is a Rhode Island sleeper spot that can deliver quality waves without the crowds of Narragansett. The sandbars shift but often produce well-shaped peaks with decent push. It's a mellower scene with a local flavor. When conditions come together, Matunuck offers a more relaxed alternative to the main breaks.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Matunuck Beach?

The current water temperature at Matunuck Beach is 71°F. A springsuit or shorty wetsuit is recommended.

What is the surf like at Matunuck Beach today?

Matunuck Beach currently has waves around 1-3ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What time is high tide at Matunuck Beach?

Today's high tide at Matunuck Beach is at 2:16 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Matunuck Beach?

Today's low tide at Matunuck Beach is at 7:20 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Matunuck Beach?

Matunuck Beach works best with swells from the S, SE and N, NW winds (offshore). The ideal tide is mid.

Is Matunuck Beach good for beginners?

Matunuck Beach is best suited for intermediate surfers who are comfortable paddling out and catching unbroken waves. Beginners may find it challenging on bigger days.

This Week's Outlook

Friday morning looks like your best bet with 2ft waves, offshore winds, and a low tide around 10:15 AM that'll shape up the banks nicely. If that doesn't work, Thursday evening has similar size with that NW cross-offshore pushing it around pretty clean.

Updated 9/14/2026, 6:14:07 PM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelIntermediate
CrowdLight to Moderate
Best TideMid
Best SwellS, SE
Best WindN, NW
ParkingSmall lot and street parking

Local Tip

Sleeper spot - less crowded alternative to Narragansett. Worth checking when the main breaks are packed.