90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
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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
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4am. Partly cloudy. Low around 81, with temperatures rising to around 84 overnight. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 21% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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58 Sunbathe
31 Walk
24 Fish
32 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Heavy Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain
Wind
10 mph
SE
Rain
21%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
9:02 PM
0.2 ft · in 1.7h
Barometer
30.12 inHg
Steady · buoy 42035
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:03 AM
Sunset
7:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:10 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:02 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 1:39 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 9:02 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:26 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 10:08 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 2:57 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 9:58 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:36 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 10:22 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 4:11 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:01 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:43 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 10:45 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 5:24 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 4:47 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 11:16 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:33 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:15 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 4:46 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 11:50 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:50 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:28 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:33 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8772447, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
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88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
68%
16
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
25
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
26
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
27
89°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°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
10:50 PM - 12:50 AM
Minor
5:10 AM - 6:10 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 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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