Is Scarborough South State Beach good for swimming today?

Scarborough South State Beach has BeachFinder Score: 70/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.

What is the water temperature at Scarborough South State Beach today?

18°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.

How windy is Scarborough South State Beach today?

7 km/h · SW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.

What should I check before swimming at Scarborough South State Beach?

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Narragansett - US-NE - US

Scarborough South State Beach

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Quick answer: Scarborough South State Beach today

Scarborough South State Beach is a BeachFinder spot in Narragansett, US-NE, US. Today, compare water temperature 18°C, wind 7 km/h · SW, uv 7.9, waves 0.8 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 70/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature

18°C

Wind

7 km/h · SW

7.9

Waves

0.8 m

Water quality

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Last updated: Jun 25, 11:30 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 70/100

Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.

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Updated: Jun 25, 11:30 PM

Water temp

18°C

Air temp

18°C

Feels like

19°C

UV index

7.9

Wind

7 km/h · SW

Gust 12 km/h

Waves

0.8 m

Current

1 km/h · NE

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Scarborough South State Beach

Scarborough South State Beach is located in Narragansett, Rhode Island, on the Atlantic coast. The site is a sandy beach operated by the State of Rhode Island. The setting of Scarborough State Beach describes a 60-acre public recreational area, organized into two units along Ocean Road, with saltwater swimming, picnicking, an observation tower, and a boardwalk, open seasonally. Ruins related to the former Windswept estate are also near the beach. The neighboring Scarborough State Beach appears 0.2 km away, while Captain Roger W Wheeler State Beach, Galilee Beach Club Beach, and Salty Brine State Beach are all within 4 km.

About this spot

This location should be considered as a public sandy beach in a very seaside area of Narragansett. It is a seasonal site focused on sea bathing and simple recreation, with several other state beaches or beach clubs in the immediate vicinity.

Updated 5/15/2026

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