Dawn patrol surfing in South Kingstown

South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Sunrise and first light times for planning your dawn patrol session.

First light in South Kingstown means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 1 spots are worth the 5am alarm.

Sunrise

6:31 AM
First Light: 6:01 AM

Day length: 12h 19m

-3 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:31 AM

First light: 6:01 AM

Sunset

6:50 PM

Last light: 7:20 PM

Data from Matunuck · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:31 AM

Sunset

6:50 PM

Day Length

12h 19m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:32 AM

Sunset

6:49 PM

Day Length

12h 16m

Tue, Sep 22

Sunrise

6:33 AM

Sunset

6:47 PM

Day Length

12h 14m

Wed, Sep 23

Sunrise

6:34 AM

Sunset

6:45 PM

Day Length

12h 11m

Thu, Sep 24

Sunrise

6:35 AM

Sunset

6:44 PM

Day Length

12h 8m

Fri, Sep 25

Sunrise

6:36 AM

Sunset

6:42 PM

Day Length

12h 6m

Best dawn patrol spots in South Kingstown

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Featured Beaches(1)

Matunuck

Intermediate

Matunuck (Deep Hole) is a sheltered reef/point break that serves up long peeling waves ideal for longboards. It works best on southeast swells with north‑northwest winds; hazards include rocks, rip currents and undertow.

Dawn patrol access guide for South Kingstown

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

Matunuck
reef
upper-intermediate

Matunuck (Deep Hole) is a sheltered reef/point break that serves up long peeling waves ideal for longboards. It works best on southeast swells with north‑northwest winds; hazards include rocks, rip currents and undertow.

Early access

Walk across the cobblestones and time your paddle to avoid sets; booties help protect your feet from the rocky bottom.

Parking

Free parking is available near Deep Hole along Matunuck Beach Road; there are portable restrooms but limited facilities.

Dawn patrol tips

  • Glassy morning conditions before onshore winds
  • Less crowded lineups at sunrise
  • East-facing beaches for sunrise views
  • Spots with easy parking for early arrivals

Surf Guides for South Kingstown

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
You're here
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
Conditions & wetsuit guide

Style

Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in South Kingstown

Dawn patrol in South Kingstown typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.

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