Tide conditions for Galveston surf spots
Galveston, Texas
Updated Refreshed hourly · Tide data refreshes every 30 minutes from NOAA stations.
A foot of tide swing can shut down one break and light up another in Galveston. These 2 spots all respond differently - some need the low to expose the bar, others clean up on a rising mid.
Current Tide
Next High
02:00 AM
2.2 ft
NOAA tide data via Cached Tide Data
Tide Chart
7-Day Tide Schedule
| Day | High 1 | Low 1 | High 2 | Low 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:00 AM(2.1ft) | 9:00 AM(1.3ft) | 3:00 PM(2.1ft) | 9:00 PM(0.9ft) |
| Tomorrow | 4:00 AM(2.1ft) | 10:00 AM(1.0ft) | 4:00 PM(2.3ft) | 10:00 PM(1.1ft) |
| Sun, Sep 27 | 4:00 AM(2.0ft) | 10:00 AM(0.7ft) | 5:00 PM(2.4ft) | 11:00 PM(1.4ft) |
| Mon, Sep 28 | 4:00 AM(1.9ft) | 11:00 AM(0.4ft) | 6:00 PM(2.5ft) | -- |
| Tue, Sep 29 | 4:00 AM(1.9ft) | 12:00 AM(1.7ft) | 7:00 PM(2.6ft) | 11:00 AM(0.2ft) |
| Wed, Sep 30 | 4:00 AM(1.9ft) | 2:00 AM(1.9ft) | 9:00 PM(2.7ft) | 12:00 PM(0.0ft) |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 10:00 PM(2.7ft) | 1:00 PM(-0.0ft) | -- | -- |
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Beach Tide Preferences
Each beach performs best at a specific tide range and direction. Plan your session around these windows.
Top spot recommendations
Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.
Featured Beaches
2 spots
Galveston – 61st Street Pier
IntermediateThe beach at 61st Street is one of Galveston's established Seawall surf zones. The pier and nearby structures influence the sandbars, producing short lefts and rights when Gulf windswells reach the island. Smaller days suit longboards and learners, while storm-driven surf brings stronger currents and a more demanding paddle.
Galveston – Pleasure Pier
IntermediatePleasure Pier is a named Galveston surf break along the central Seawall. Shifting sandbars around the pier can organize Gulf windswells into rideable peaks on either side. The waves are usually short-period and modest, but cold fronts and tropical systems can produce faster, stronger surf.
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What to focus on today
- Annotated tide windows tied to specific breaks
- How lunar cycles reshape sandbars through the season
- Safety notes for rip-prone outbound tides
- Session planning tips for dawn patrol versus sunset
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Galveston
- Tide preferences vary by spot in Galveston. Generally, incoming mid-tides work well for most beaches, offering a good balance of wave shape and power. Check individual spot guides for specific tide recommendations.
- Tides significantly impact surf conditions in Galveston. Low tide can expose reefs and sandbars creating hollow waves, while high tide often creates softer, more forgiving waves. Mid-tide transitions typically offer the most consistent conditions.
- You can check tide charts for Galveston on Quiver's surf forecast pages, NOAA tide predictions, or various surf forecast apps. Quiver provides real-time tide information integrated with surf conditions for accurate session planning.
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