90°
Mostly Sunny
12%
74
Galveston County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Galveston Seawall
Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
The 10-mile-long Galveston Seawall — built after the 1900 hurricane, now lined with public beaches every few blocks, plus the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (amusement park at 25th St) and the Galveston Fishing Pier at 90th. Murdoch's Bathhouse and Seawall-front restaurants line the boulevard. Free beach access; pay-to-park.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
87°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 105. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 84. Heat index values as high as 102. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
70 /100
great
70 Swim
64 Sunbathe
77 Walk
59 Fish
76 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
10 to 15 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
90°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.3 ft
SSW swell
Barometer
30.07 inHg
1018 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:31 AM
Sunset
9:19 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
90°
Sunny
2%
75
90°
Sunny
0%
80
89°
Sunny
1%
78
90°
Sunny
13%
73
91°
Sunny
12%
75
90°
Sunny
12%
77
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
- 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.
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
Metered street parking along Seawall Boulevard ($2/hour, $16/day cap, 10 AM – 6 PM, 365 days); annual pass $45.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed on the seawall walkway and on most stretches of the public Seawall beach (no separately-managed beach park gates).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Galveston Seawall today?
Galveston Seawall 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 Galveston Seawall dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed on the seawall walkway and on most stretches of the public Seawall beach (no separately-managed beach park gates).
Is there an entry fee at Galveston Seawall?
Entry to Galveston Seawall is free.
Are there lifeguards at Galveston Seawall?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Galveston Seawall during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Galveston Seawall?
Amenities at Galveston Seawall include lifeguards, pier, restaurants, restrooms, showers, shops.
When is the water warmest at Galveston Seawall?
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 Galveston Seawall located?
Galveston Seawall is in Galveston County, TX, at Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS