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Kleberg County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Padre Island National Seashore
20420 Park Rd 22, Corpus Christi, TX 78418
70 miles of undeveloped barrier-island Gulf coast — the longest undeveloped stretch of barrier-island beach in the world. Kemp's ridley sea turtle nesting site (the public hatchling release is a summer event), 4WD beach for 60 of those miles, and a dark-sky designation. Wild Texas at its wildest.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
11.5ft waves · 77°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind around 12 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 5am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. East southeast wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 77°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- 11.5ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
72 /100
great
58 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
63 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
12 mph
E
Rain
12%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
77°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
11.5 ft
8s · NE swell
Barometer
29.89 inHg
1012 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:35 AM
Sunset
9:20 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
46
83°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
53
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
46
84°
Partly Sunny
9%
76
84°
Partly Sunny
11%
85
84°
Mostly Sunny
12%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 77°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
11:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Major
3:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Minor
9:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Major
4:20 PM - 6:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
NPS lot at Malaquite Beach; 4WD access required for the South Beach area.
Dogs
Leashed dogs (max 6 ft) allowed year-round, including on driving beaches. Prohibited at the Malaquite Pavilion, boardwalk, and adjacent beach in front of the Pavilion year-round (not seasonal).
Entry Fee
$25/vehicle 7-day pass; $15/individual; $45/annual.
Address
20420 Park Rd 22, Corpus Christi, TX 78418
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Padre Island National Seashore.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Padre Island National Seashore from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Padre Island National Seashore dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs (max 6 ft) allowed year-round, including on driving beaches. Prohibited at the Malaquite Pavilion, boardwalk, and adjacent beach in front of the Pavilion year-round (not seasonal).
Is there an entry fee at Padre Island National Seashore?
$25/vehicle 7-day pass; $15/individual; $45/annual.
Are there lifeguards at Padre Island National Seashore?
No lifeguards are stationed at Padre Island National Seashore. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Padre Island National Seashore?
Amenities at Padre Island National Seashore include restrooms, showers, campground, visitor center, sea turtle program.
When is the water warmest at Padre Island National Seashore?
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 Padre Island National Seashore located?
Padre Island National Seashore is in Kleberg County, TX, at 20420 Park Rd 22, Corpus Christi, TX 78418.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS