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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
Great day for a beach walk.
76°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 87. South southeast wind 13 to 20 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. South southeast wind 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
72 /100
great
72 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
71 Fish
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
13 to 20 mph
SSE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
6:48 PM
-0.4 ft · in 4.0h
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
7:37 AM
Sunset
9:25 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:38 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 6:48 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Sunny
0%
76
88°
Sunny
0%
76
87°
Sunny
3%
76
87°
Sunny
0%
76
87°
Sunny
0%
85
87°
Mostly Sunny
3%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 13 to 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°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
9:40 PM - 11:40 PM
Minor
3:40 AM - 4:40 AM
Major
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Minor
5:40 PM - 6:40 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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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS