82°
Mostly Sunny
11%
84
Cameron County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Boca Chica Beach
End of State Hwy 4, Brownsville, TX 78521
A wild, undeveloped Gulf beach at the southernmost tip of Texas, where State Highway 4 dead-ends into the sand just north of the Rio Grande. The beach sits next door to SpaceX's Starbase launch facility, so access is closed during licensed launch and test windows (text BEACH to 1-866-513-3475 for status).
Today's Conditions
Ideal for fishing.
82°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. East northeast wind around 13 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 80. East southeast wind 6 to 12 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
86 /100
ideal
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
88 Fish
80 Photo
Best for fishing today
Water level 0.8 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
82°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
13 mph
ENE
Rain
11%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
11:35 PM
-0.3 ft · in 2.1h
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ130)
The BRO 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.
- TXZ451 Kenedy Island-Willacy Island-Cameron Island — South Padre Island and Boca Chica n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:36 AM
Sunset
9:17 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:54 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 11:35 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
59
83°
Partly Sunny
10%
84
84°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
24%
52
86°
Mostly Cloudy
12%
68
86°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
15%
50
85°
Mostly Sunny
11%
84
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 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.
Minor
11:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Major
3:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Minor
9:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Major
4:20 PM - 6:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free; drive directly onto the sand at the end of TX-4.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash; standard Cameron County beach rules apply.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
End of State Hwy 4, Brownsville, TX 78521
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Boca Chica Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Boca Chica Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Boca Chica Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on leash; standard Cameron County beach rules apply.
Is there an entry fee at Boca Chica Beach?
Entry to Boca Chica Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Boca Chica Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Boca Chica Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Boca Chica Beach?
Amenities at Boca Chica Beach include beach driving, surf fishing.
When is the water warmest at Boca Chica 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 Boca Chica Beach located?
Boca Chica Beach is in Cameron County, TX, at End of State Hwy 4, Brownsville, TX 78521.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS