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Scarborough South State Beach has BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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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 22°C, wind 14 km/h · SE, uv 2.0, waves 0.6 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
22°C
Wind
14 km/h · SE
UV
2.0
Waves
0.6 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Sep 1, 11:15 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 86/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Sep 1, 11:15 AM
Water temp
22°C
Air temp
20°C
Feels like
21°C
UV index
2.0
Wind
14 km/h · SE
Gust 26 km/h
Waves
0.6 m
Current
1 km/h · NW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
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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What is the water temperature at Scarborough South State Beach today?
22°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Scarborough South State Beach today?
14 km/h · SE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Scarborough South State Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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