87°
Mostly Sunny
12%
81
Galveston County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
East Beach (Galveston)
1923 Apffel Rd, Galveston, TX 77550
Galveston Island's east-end public beach, also called Apffel Park — and one of the few Texas beaches where alcohol is permitted on the sand (glass prohibited). Wide, sloping beach, the Galveston Seawall to the west, the ship channel to the east. Hosts Sand Castle Days, ColorRun, and other waterfront events.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
87°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 84. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
77 /100
great
76 Swim
74 Sunbathe
82 Walk
66 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
12%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.3 ft
SSW swell
Barometer
30.07 inHg
1018 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
5 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:30 AM
Sunset
9:18 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:02 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:30 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 2:28 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:53 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:55 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:53 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 3:19 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:48 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:01 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 9:08 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 4:06 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:30 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:33 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 9:10 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 4:53 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:28 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 5:39 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:56 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 6:24 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:01 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 7:05 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8771341, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Sunny
2%
83
88°
Sunny
0%
79
88°
Sunny
1%
79
89°
Sunny
14%
74
89°
Sunny
12%
75
88°
Sunny
12%
80
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°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.
Minor
11:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Major
4:50 AM - 6:50 AM
Minor
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Major
5:10 PM - 7:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
$15/vehicle flat (2026); annual pass $50.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round (max 6-ft leash, clean up required).
Entry Fee
$15/vehicle (flat); annual pass $50.
Address
1923 Apffel Rd, Galveston, TX 77550
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at East Beach (Galveston) today?
East Beach (Galveston) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is East Beach (Galveston) dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round (max 6-ft leash, clean up required).
Is there an entry fee at East Beach (Galveston)?
$15/vehicle (flat); annual pass $50.
Are there lifeguards at East Beach (Galveston)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol East Beach (Galveston) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at East Beach (Galveston)?
Amenities at East Beach (Galveston) include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, pavilion, concession, volleyball courts.
When is the water warmest at East Beach (Galveston)?
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 East Beach (Galveston) located?
East Beach (Galveston) is in Galveston County, TX, at 1923 Apffel Rd, Galveston, TX 77550.
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