91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
29
Galveston County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Galveston Seawall
Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
The 10-mile-long Galveston Seawall — built after the 1900 hurricane, now lined with public beaches every few blocks, plus the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (amusement park at 25th St) and the Galveston Fishing Pier at 90th. Murdoch's Bathhouse and Seawall-front restaurants line the boulevard. Free beach access; pay-to-park.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 87°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 105. Southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. Heat index values as high as 102. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 32% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
29 /100
skip
21 Swim
47 Sunbathe
21 Walk
20 Fish
29 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
91°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
SE
Rain
32%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:23 PM
0.2 ft · in 2.1h
Barometer
30.12 inHg
Steady · buoy 42035
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:01 AM
Sunset
7:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:29 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 9:37 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 2:10 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 9:23 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:49 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 10:07 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 3:35 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 10:22 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:06 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 10:42 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 4:49 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 11:16 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:19 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 11:17 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:54 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:02 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 5:28 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 11:52 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:02 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:48 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 5:31 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 12:28 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:24 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:48 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 5:28 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 1:07 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 9:45 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8771341, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
27
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
57%
23
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
53%
20
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
38%
30
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
32
90°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 32% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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
10:50 PM - 12:50 AM
Minor
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
Minor
6:20 PM - 7:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street parking along Seawall Boulevard ($2/hour, $16/day cap, 10 AM – 6 PM, 365 days); annual pass $45.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed on the seawall walkway and on most stretches of the public Seawall beach (no separately-managed beach park gates).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Galveston Seawall today?
Galveston Seawall 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 Galveston Seawall dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed on the seawall walkway and on most stretches of the public Seawall beach (no separately-managed beach park gates).
Is there an entry fee at Galveston Seawall?
Entry to Galveston Seawall is free.
Are there lifeguards at Galveston Seawall?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Galveston Seawall during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Galveston Seawall?
Amenities at Galveston Seawall include lifeguards, pier, restaurants, restrooms, showers, shops.
When is the water warmest at Galveston Seawall?
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 Galveston Seawall located?
Galveston Seawall is in Galveston County, TX, at Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550.
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