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Galveston County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Jamaica Beach
Buccaneer Dr at Termini-San Luis Pass Rd, Jamaica Beach, TX 77554
A laid-back West End beach inside the small incorporated city of Jamaica Beach, about 17 miles down the island from the Seawall. One of the few Galveston beaches where you can still drive and park directly on the sand (Beach Access 17 off Buccaneer Drive).
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 82. South wind 15 to 20 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
10 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:22 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
87°
Mostly Sunny
0%
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Sunny
0%
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87°
Sunny
1%
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Sunny
11%
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
Free drive-on / drive-and-park on the sand at the Buccaneer Drive access; dune-side only on summer weekends and holidays.
Dogs
Dogs welcome on leash at all times.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Buccaneer Dr at Termini-San Luis Pass Rd, Jamaica Beach, TX 77554
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Jamaica Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Jamaica Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Jamaica Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs welcome on leash at all times.
Is there an entry fee at Jamaica Beach?
Entry to Jamaica Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Jamaica Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Jamaica Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Jamaica Beach?
Amenities at Jamaica Beach include beach driving, warning flags, city park nearby, pool nearby.
When is the water warmest at Jamaica 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 Jamaica Beach located?
Jamaica Beach is in Galveston County, TX, at Buccaneer Dr at Termini-San Luis Pass Rd, Jamaica Beach, TX 77554.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS