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Partly Sunny
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Nueces County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Port Aransas Beach
1000 Beach Access Rd 1A, Port Aransas, TX 78373
The fishing-village beach town at the north tip of Mustang Island — accessible via the free Port Aransas Ferry from Aransas Pass. Drivable beach, the 1,240-ft Horace Caldwell Fishing Pier, and a working harbor that's the deep-sea-fishing gateway for South Texas.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
87°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 106. East southeast wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly clear, with a low around 81. Heat index values as high as 105. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
73 /100
great
72 Swim
69 Sunbathe
80 Walk
64 Fish
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
10 mph
ESE
Rain
8%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 12 PM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:05 PM
0.3 ft · in 1.8h
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ250)
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
7:10 AM
Sunset
7:40 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:49 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 8:54 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 9:05 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:06 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 9:10 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 2:25 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 9:58 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:06 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 9:46 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 3:44 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 10:52 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:06 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 10:32 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:57 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 11:50 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:13 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 11:20 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 6:10 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:52 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 4:18 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 12:06 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:50 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:56 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 4:09 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 12:50 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:51 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8775237, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
29%
32
91°
Mostly Sunny
10%
74
91°
Sunny
5%
74
91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
36
91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
38
91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
- 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
11:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Minor
5:10 AM - 6:10 AM
Major
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Drive on the beach with $12/year Port A beach sticker; or paid lots.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round.
Entry Fee
$12/year Port A beach permit for driving on the beach.
Address
1000 Beach Access Rd 1A, Port Aransas, TX 78373
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Port Aransas Beach today?
Port Aransas 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 Port Aransas Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round.
Is there an entry fee at Port Aransas Beach?
$12/year Port A beach permit for driving on the beach.
Are there lifeguards at Port Aransas Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Port Aransas Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Port Aransas Beach?
Amenities at Port Aransas Beach include fishing pier, restaurants, restrooms, showers, beach driving.
When is the water warmest at Port Aransas 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 Port Aransas Beach located?
Port Aransas Beach is in Nueces County, TX, at 1000 Beach Access Rd 1A, Port Aransas, TX 78373.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS