Galveston County, TX · Gulf of Mexico

East Beach (Galveston)

1923 Apffel Rd, Galveston, TX 77550

Galveston Island's east-end public beach, also called Apffel Park — and one of the few Texas beaches where alcohol is permitted on the sand (glass prohibited). Wide, sloping beach, the Galveston Seawall to the west, the ship channel to the east. Hosts Sand Castle Days, ColorRun, and other waterfront events.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

76°F water · 74°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Partly sunny, with a high near 74. East wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Tonight

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Weather

74°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

78 /100

great

76 Swim

77 Sunbathe

84 Walk

71 Fish

78 Photo

Best for walking today

Water level 1.0 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 8771341 · Observed 2.24 ft · Predicted 1.22 ft

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

74°F

Clear

Wind

15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

Air Quality

60 Moderate

PM2.5 (fine particles) · Houston-Galveston-Brazoria

UV Peak

5 Moderate

Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM

Tomorrow

71°F

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Water

Water Temp

76°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

9:52 PM

1.5 ft · in 3.3h

Wave Height

3.3 ft

5s · ENE swell

Barometer

30.10 inHg

1019 hPa · buoy 42035

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:36 AM

Sunset

5:28 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
1:14 AM	High	1.6 ft
8:01 AM	Low	0.3 ft
3:46 PM	High	2.1 ft
9:52 PM	Low	1.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:16 AM	High	1.6 ft
8:32 AM	Low	0.1 ft
4:36 PM	High	2.1 ft
10:52 PM	Low	1.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:17 AM	High	1.7 ft
9:05 AM	Low	0.0 ft
5:20 PM	High	2.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
9:39 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
6:08 PM	High	2.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
10:14 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
7:05 PM	High	2.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
10:50 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
8:09 PM	High	2.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
11:28 AM	Low	0.1 ft
9:07 PM	High	2.0 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8771341, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

74°

Partly Sunny

Sun Nov 8

71°

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

16%

Mon Nov 9

71°

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

15%

Tue Nov 10

73°

Partly Sunny

14%

Wed Nov 11

74°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

40%

Thu Nov 12

73°

Partly Sunny

Fri Nov 13

69°

Sunny

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Best Fishing Times Today

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Minor

4:40 AM - 5:40 AM

Major

9:50 AM - 11:50 AM

Minor

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Beach Info

Parking

$15/vehicle flat (2026); annual pass $50.

Dogs

Dogs allowed leashed year-round (max 6-ft leash, clean up required).

Entry Fee

$15/vehicle (flat); annual pass $50.

Address

1923 Apffel Rd, Galveston, TX 77550

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerspavilionconcessionvolleyball courts

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at East Beach (Galveston) today?

East Beach (Galveston) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is East Beach (Galveston) dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed leashed year-round (max 6-ft leash, clean up required).

Is there an entry fee at East Beach (Galveston)?

$15/vehicle (flat); annual pass $50.

Are there lifeguards at East Beach (Galveston)?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol East Beach (Galveston) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at East Beach (Galveston)?

Amenities at East Beach (Galveston) include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, pavilion, concession, volleyball courts.

When is the water warmest at East Beach (Galveston)?

The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.

Where is East Beach (Galveston) located?

East Beach (Galveston) is in Galveston County, TX, at 1923 Apffel Rd, Galveston, TX 77550.