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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
Great day for a beach walk.
86°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. Southeast wind around 21 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 81. South southeast wind 15 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- 21 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
67 /100
good
62 Sunbathe
79 Walk
61 Fish
74 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
86°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind
21 mph
SE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:46 AM
Sunset
9:24 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:49 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:45 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 2:08 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:19 PM | High | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:34 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:36 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 2:53 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:44 PM | High | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:07 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:39 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 3:40 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:29 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 4:29 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:57 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 5:17 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:06 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 6:04 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:40 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 6:46 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8775237, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Mostly Sunny
1%
70
86°
Sunny
0%
74
87°
Sunny
0%
75
86°
Sunny
0%
80
86°
Sunny
1%
78
86°
Sunny
2%
77
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 21 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
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
11:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Major
5:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Minor
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Major
5:20 PM - 7:20 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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Padre Island National Seashore today?
Padre Island National Seashore shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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