87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
65%
20
Jefferson County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Sea Rim State Park
19335 S Gulfway Dr, Sabine Pass, TX 77655
Texas's easternmost Gulf state park — nearly two miles of undeveloped beach paired with 4,000 acres of marsh. The Gambusia boardwalk threads cordgrass marsh teeming with alligators and wading birds, and five paddling trails (1.8 – 9.6 mi) launch from the marsh unit.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
65% rain · Thunderstorms · 86°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10am, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 10am and 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. Heat index values as high as 98. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 3am and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 79. Heat index values as high as 97. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 65% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 86°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
15 /100
skip
13 Swim
32 Sunbathe
1 Walk
14 Fish
24 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.5 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
S
Rain
65%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
86°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:17 PM
-0.4 ft · in 7.0h
Wave Height
2.3 ft
SE swell
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
41 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:24 AM
Sunset
9:18 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:32 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 10:17 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:37 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 11:14 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:49 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:04 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 4:16 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:52 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 5:31 PM | High | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:42 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:59 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 1:56 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:49 PM | High | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:34 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:56 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 3:51 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:46 PM | High | 0.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8770475, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms
88%
15
84°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
16
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
43%
32
88°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
46
89°
Mostly Sunny
6%
80
89°
Mostly Sunny
6%
80
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 86°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 65% chance of rain
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
11:10 PM - 1:10 AM
Minor
4:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Major
11:40 AM - 1:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot at the beach unit; included with entry.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on a 6-foot leash on the beach and trails; not allowed inside park buildings.
Entry Fee
$4 adult, free for children 12 and under.
Address
19335 S Gulfway Dr, Sabine Pass, TX 77655
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sea Rim State Park today?
Sea Rim 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 Sea Rim State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on a 6-foot leash on the beach and trails; not allowed inside park buildings.
Is there an entry fee at Sea Rim State Park?
$4 adult, free for children 12 and under.
Are there lifeguards at Sea Rim State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Sea Rim State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Sea Rim State Park?
Amenities at Sea Rim State Park include restrooms, showers, boardwalk, kayak trails, campground, RV hookups, cabin, beach wheelchair.
When is the water warmest at Sea Rim 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 Sea Rim State Park located?
Sea Rim State Park is in Jefferson County, TX, at 19335 S Gulfway Dr, Sabine Pass, TX 77655.
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