82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
38
Matagorda County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Matagorda Beach
End of FM 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457
A 23-mile drive-on Gulf beach at the mouth of the Colorado River, anchored on the west end by Jetty Park and the Matagorda Bay Nature Park. Wide open sand, jetty fishing, kayak launches into Matagorda Bay, and primitive beach camping make this one of the least-developed Gulf beaches on the Texas coast.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 41% rain · 82°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. East wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. East wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 41% rain — rain likely at some point
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
33 /100
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50 Sunbathe
19 Walk
35 Fish
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Light Rain
Wind
15 mph
E
Rain
41%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
11:43 PM
-0.1 ft · in 2.2h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:26 AM
Sunset
9:18 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:24 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:43 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
38
83°
Partly Sunny
9%
84
83°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
52
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
52
83°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
59
83°
Mostly Sunny
11%
84
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 41% rain chance
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
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Major
4:10 PM - 6:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paved lot at Jetty Park (free); drive-on beach access requires a $10 annual Matagorda County vehicle permit.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash on the beach and at Matagorda Bay Nature Park.
Entry Fee
Free day use; $10 annual permit required to drive on the beach.
Address
End of FM 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Matagorda Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Matagorda Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Matagorda Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on leash on the beach and at Matagorda Bay Nature Park.
Is there an entry fee at Matagorda Beach?
Entry to Matagorda Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Matagorda Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Matagorda Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Matagorda Beach?
Amenities at Matagorda Beach include restrooms, showers, picnic area, jetty, kayak launch, beach driving, campground, loaner life jackets.
When is the water warmest at Matagorda 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 Matagorda Beach located?
Matagorda Beach is in Matagorda County, TX, at End of FM 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457.
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