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Galveston County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Stewart Beach
401 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
Galveston's family-oriented headline beach at the east end of the Seawall — no alcohol (unlike East Beach), wide sand, sand-castle tournaments, mini-golf. The Galveston destination for kid-first beach days.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
86°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 86°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
81 /100
great
80 Swim
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Clear
Wind
10 to 15 mph
S
Rain
2%
Today
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
86°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:39 PM
-0.2 ft · in 4.9h
Barometer
30.05 inHg
1018 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
5 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:21 AM
Sunset
9:22 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:54 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 7:39 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Sunny
2%
85
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0%
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Sunny
12%
85
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 86°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
$15/vehicle flat (2026); annual pass $50.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed (max 6-ft leash, clean up required).
Entry Fee
$15/vehicle (flat); annual pass $50.
Address
401 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Stewart Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Stewart Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Stewart Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed (max 6-ft leash, clean up required).
Is there an entry fee at Stewart Beach?
$15/vehicle (flat); annual pass $50.
Are there lifeguards at Stewart Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Stewart Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Stewart Beach?
Amenities at Stewart Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, pavilion, mini-golf, concession, volleyball.
When is the water warmest at Stewart 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 Stewart Beach located?
Stewart Beach is in Galveston County, TX, at 401 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS