Gooseberry Beach, RI
Sunrise to Sunset
619 miles
30
°F
2
19
mph
36
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 2 PM-3 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (19mph)
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-7 PM — not ideal for kids (5.7ft waves)
About This Beach
Gooseberry Beach is a small, picturesque beach located in a cove in Newport, RI. It's known for its soft white sand, calm waves, and a snack shack offering food and beverages. While parking is costly and the beach can get crowded at times, visitors generally appreciate its peaceful atmosphere and beautiful setting. However, some negative feedback concerns seaweed and cleanliness.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 30° | 3 | 20 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 31° | 2 | 18 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 31° | 2 | 19 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 31° | 1 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 30° | 0 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 30° | 0 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 30° | 0 | 14 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 42°F | 5.9 ft | 6s | ↓ S | -3.5 ft |
| 14:00 | 42°F | 5.7 ft | 6s | ↓ S | -3.0 ft |
| 15:00 | 42°F | 5.5 ft | 6s | ↓ S | -2.5 ft |
| 16:00 | 42°F | 5.3 ft | 6s | ↙ SW | -2.1 ft |
| 17:00 | 42°F | 5.1 ft | 7s | ↙ SW | -1.8 ft |
| 18:00 | 42°F | 4.9 ft | 7s | ↙ SW | -1.7 ft |
| 19:00 | 42°F | 4.6 ft | 7s | ↙ SW | -1.9 ft |