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Galveston County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Pirates Beach
Pirates Beach Dr at FM 3005, Galveston, TX 77554
A wide, low-key beach fronting the Pirates Beach and Pirates Beach West neighborhoods on Galveston's west end, between 12 Mile and 13 Mile Roads. Far less crowded than the Seawall; primarily used by rental-home guests and locals.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
86°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 87°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
83 /100
great
80 Swim
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
85 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°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
88°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
88°
Mostly Sunny
2%
85
88°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
88°
Sunny
0%
85
88°
Sunny
0%
85
88°
Sunny
0%
85
88°
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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
3:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Major
9:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Minor
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Limited street parking near posted public access points; no dedicated public lot. Some adjoining stretches are members-only — watch for signage.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash year-round (Galveston Island west-end ordinance).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Pirates Beach Dr at FM 3005, Galveston, TX 77554
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Pirates Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Pirates Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Pirates Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on leash year-round (Galveston Island west-end ordinance).
Is there an entry fee at Pirates Beach?
Entry to Pirates Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Pirates Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Pirates Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Pirates Beach?
Amenities at Pirates Beach include public access points.
When is the water warmest at Pirates 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 Pirates Beach located?
Pirates Beach is in Galveston County, TX, at Pirates Beach Dr at FM 3005, Galveston, TX 77554.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS