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Mostly Sunny
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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
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 79°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. East northeast wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued november 7 at 12:22am cst until november 9 at 6:00am cst by nws corpus christi tx
62 /100
good
73 Sunbathe
82 Walk
42 Fish
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.9 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.
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued November 7 at 12:22AM CST until November 9 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Aransas Islands, Kleberg Islands, Nueces Islands and Calhoun Islands Counties. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the most experienced swimmers away from shore into deeper water. These rip currents can become life-threatening to anyone entering the surf.
Weather alert in effect
Flood Watch issued November 6 at 8:17PM CST until November 9 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
17 mph
ENE
Rain
4%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
48 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Corpus Christi
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
77°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
9:30 PM
1.3 ft · in 3.0h
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
6:43 AM
Sunset
5:41 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:38 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 3:37 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 9:30 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 11:39 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:04 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 4:35 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:32 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 5:30 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:04 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:49 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:41 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:03 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:22 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:00 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:08 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:55 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8775237, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
59%
9
74°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
70%
9
75°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
30
75°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
30
75°
Partly Sunny
5%
76
72°
Sunny
0%
78
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 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
9:40 PM - 11:40 PM
Minor
4:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Major
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Minor
4:10 PM - 5:10 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