87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
42
Nueces County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Mustang Island State Park
17047 State Hwy 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373
Five miles of undeveloped Texas barrier-island Gulf beach — drivable south of the state park, walk-on within the park boundaries. The town of Port Aransas is at the north tip of the island; Padre Island National Seashore is the long undeveloped island south of here.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Heat index values as high as 101. Southeast wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. Heat index values as high as 100. South southeast wind 12 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 25% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
30 /100
skip
53 Sunbathe
27 Walk
21 Fish
30 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
10 to 16 mph
SE
Rain
25%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
8:15 PM
-0.7 ft · in 5.0h
Water Quality
Clean
41 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (TXZ443)
The CRP office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- TXZ442 Kleberg Islands-Nueces Islands — Padre Island National Seashore, n/a
- TXZ345 Aransas Islands-Calhoun Islands — San Jose Island n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:41 AM
Sunset
9:27 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:11 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 8:15 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:24 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 9:08 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:38 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 10:04 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 11:01 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:27 PM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 11:57 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:38 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 1:26 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:49 PM | High | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:49 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:45 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 2:08 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:19 PM | High | 0.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8775237, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
16%
49
87°
Mostly Cloudy
10%
71
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
31
87°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
46
87°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
74
87°
Mostly Sunny
3%
77
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 16 mph wind
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
11:20 PM - 1:20 AM
Minor
5:10 AM - 6:10 AM
Major
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lots; $7/adult day-use, children 12 and under free.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round (not in swim areas or buildings).
Entry Fee
$7/adult Texas State Park entry; children 12 and under free.
Address
17047 State Hwy 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Mustang Island State Park today?
Mustang Island State Park 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 Mustang Island State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round (not in swim areas or buildings).
Is there an entry fee at Mustang Island State Park?
$7/adult Texas State Park entry; children 12 and under free.
Are there lifeguards at Mustang Island State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Mustang Island State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Mustang Island State Park?
Amenities at Mustang Island State Park include restrooms, showers, campground (tent + RV), kayak launch.
When is the water warmest at Mustang Island State Park?
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 Mustang Island State Park located?
Mustang Island State Park is in Nueces County, TX, at 17047 State Hwy 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS