85°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
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Cameron County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
South Padre Island Beach
33174 State Park Rd 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597
The southernmost beach town in Texas — 34 miles of barrier-island sand fronting clear Gulf water, a popular spring-break destination, but family-friendly outside that window. Sea Turtle Inc. rehab center is here, dolphin tours run from the harbor, and the SpaceX Boca Chica launch site is visible 5 miles south.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for swimming.
85°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of rain showers before 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. East northeast wind around 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 80. East southeast wind 6 to 12 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
Water
- 85°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
83 /100
great
85 Swim
79 Sunbathe
84 Walk
93 Fish
76 Photo
Best for swimming today
Water level 0.8 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
85°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
12 mph
ENE
Rain
18%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 04 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 03 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
85°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
11:35 PM
-0.3 ft · in 2.1h
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (TXZ454)
The BRO office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- TXZ451 Kenedy Island-Willacy Island-Cameron Island — South Padre Island and Boca Chica n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:36 AM
Sunset
9:18 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:54 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 11:35 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
81
86°
Partly Sunny
13%
85
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
46
87°
Partly Sunny
11%
76
87°
Partly Sunny
13%
85
87°
Mostly Sunny
9%
85
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 85°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
11:10 PM - 12:10 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
Cameron County parks (Andy Bowie, Isla Blanca) $10/day vehicle fee; drive-on beach access north of the city with permit.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most of the beach (Isla Blanca near the jetty has restrictions).
Entry Fee
$10/day Cameron County Parks vehicle fee at Andy Bowie and Isla Blanca.
Address
33174 State Park Rd 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at South Padre Island Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for South Padre Island Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is South Padre Island Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most of the beach (Isla Blanca near the jetty has restrictions).
Is there an entry fee at South Padre Island Beach?
$10/day Cameron County Parks vehicle fee at Andy Bowie and Isla Blanca.
Are there lifeguards at South Padre Island Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol South Padre Island Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at South Padre Island Beach?
Amenities at South Padre Island Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants, sea turtle center, dolphin tours.
When is the water warmest at South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island Beach located?
South Padre Island Beach is in Cameron County, TX, at 33174 State Park Rd 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597.
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