89°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
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Matagorda County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Matagorda Beach
End of FM 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457
A 23-mile drive-on Gulf beach at the mouth of the Colorado River, anchored on the west end by Jetty Park and the Matagorda Bay Nature Park. Wide open sand, jetty fishing, kayak launches into Matagorda Bay, and primitive beach camping make this one of the least-developed Gulf beaches on the Texas coast.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. Heat index values as high as 103. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 20% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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62 Sunbathe
33 Walk
27 Fish
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
SE
Rain
20%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
9:02 PM
0.2 ft · in 1.7h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:06 AM
Sunset
7:36 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:10 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:02 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 1:39 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 9:02 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:26 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 10:08 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 2:57 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 9:58 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:36 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 10:22 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 4:11 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:01 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:43 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 10:45 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 5:24 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 4:47 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 11:16 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:33 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:15 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 4:46 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 11:50 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:50 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:28 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:33 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8772447, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
28
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
58%
18
87°
Mostly Sunny
12%
74
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
31
87°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
35
86°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
34
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°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
11:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Minor
5:10 AM - 6:10 AM
Major
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paved lot at Jetty Park (free); drive-on beach access requires a $10 annual Matagorda County vehicle permit.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash on the beach and at Matagorda Bay Nature Park.
Entry Fee
Free day use; $10 annual permit required to drive on the beach.
Address
End of FM 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Matagorda Beach today?
Matagorda Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Matagorda Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on leash on the beach and at Matagorda Bay Nature Park.
Is there an entry fee at Matagorda Beach?
Entry to Matagorda Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Matagorda Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Matagorda Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Matagorda Beach?
Amenities at Matagorda Beach include restrooms, showers, picnic area, jetty, kayak launch, beach driving, campground, loaner life jackets.
When is the water warmest at Matagorda Beach?
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 Matagorda Beach located?
Matagorda Beach is in Matagorda County, TX, at End of FM 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457.
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