76°
Partly Sunny
1%
77
Brazoria County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Surfside Beach (TX)
1304 Monument Dr, Surfside Beach, TX 77541
A small Brazoria County beach village just south of Freeport — drivable sand, a fishing pier, and one of the more consistent Texas surf breaks (the south jetty). Less developed than Galveston, more Texas-coast working-class. RVs and dayrip culture.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
76°F water · 76°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny. High near 76, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. East wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind 15 to 20 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
77 /100
great
77 Swim
78 Sunbathe
84 Walk
71 Fish
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Clear
Wind
15 mph
E
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
60 Moderate
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Houston-Galveston-Brazoria
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · ENE swell
Barometer
30.10 inHg
1019 hPa · buoy 42035
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:38 AM
Sunset
5:31 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:24 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 7:31 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 3:23 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:53 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 4:17 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:20 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 5:03 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:52 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 5:48 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:31 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 6:39 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:13 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 7:44 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:57 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:46 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8772447, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
60
70°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
64
74°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
40
75°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
27
74°
Partly Sunny
2%
78
70°
Sunny
0%
77
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
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
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
4:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Major
9:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Minor
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Drive on the beach with Surfside Beach permit: $30/year or $15/day. Vaccination tags required for dogs.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round; vaccination tags required.
Entry Fee
$30/year or $15/day Surfside Beach permit for vehicles on the sand. Pedestrian access free.
Address
1304 Monument Dr, Surfside Beach, TX 77541
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Surfside Beach (TX) today?
Surfside Beach (TX) 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 Surfside Beach (TX) dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round; vaccination tags required.
Is there an entry fee at Surfside Beach (TX)?
$30/year or $15/day Surfside Beach permit for vehicles on the sand. Pedestrian access free.
Are there lifeguards at Surfside Beach (TX)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Surfside Beach (TX). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Surfside Beach (TX)?
Amenities at Surfside Beach (TX) include restrooms at the jetty, fishing pier, restaurants in village, beach driving.
When is the water warmest at Surfside Beach (TX)?
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 Surfside Beach (TX) located?
Surfside Beach (TX) is in Brazoria County, TX, at 1304 Monument Dr, Surfside Beach, TX 77541.
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