Surfside Beach water temperature today

Surfside Beach, Texas

Surfside Beach water temperature today is 84°F. Is it cold? It's warm for most people, so plan on boardshorts.

Water temperature refreshed hourly from an observed station reading.

Surfside Beach water stays swimmable most of the year, but winter cold fronts can drop temps fast. Hurricane season brings the warmest water alongside the best waves. This guide helps you pick the right rubber for each season.

84°F1° this week
Boardshorts

Warm enough for boardshorts or a bikini

7-Day Temperature Trend

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Beach Water Temperatures

Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.

Surfside Beach surf break
84°F

Surfside Beach

Boardshorts

Surf spots in Surfside Beach

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Surfside Beach

Intermediate

Surfside Beach produces some of the most consistent surf on the upper Texas coast. Deep water close to shore and long jetties allow the wave to hold double‑overhead surf, while small swells remain rideable. The best surf is about half‑mile north of the jetty near Texas Street, where the jetty blocks side‑shore winds and allows swell to wrap cleanly.

Spot guide for Surfside Beach

Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.

Surfside Beach
jetty
intermediate

Surfside Beach produces some of the most consistent surf on the upper Texas coast. Deep water close to shore and long jetties allow the wave to hold double‑overhead surf, while small swells remain rideable. The best surf is about half‑mile north of the jetty near Texas Street, where the jetty blocks side‑shore winds and allows swell to wrap cleanly.

What to know about water temperature

  • Weekly temperature trends and seasonal averages
  • Gear recommendations for dawn patrol versus midday
  • Upwelling signals that drop temps overnight
  • Health and recovery tips for long cold sessions

Surf Guides for Surfside Beach

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
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Style

Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Surfside Beach

Surfside Beach water is 84°F today, which is warm for most people, so most surfers wear boardshorts. Wind, air temperature, and session length change how cold it feels.
Surfside Beach water is 84°F today. Readings differ from beach to beach and through the day, so check the per-beach temperatures on this page before you go.
Water temperatures in Surfside Beach typically range from 58-82°F. For summer, boardshorts or spring suit is recommended. In winter, you'll want 3/2mm. Spring and fall may require adjusting based on your cold tolerance.
Yes! During June-September, water temperatures in Surfside Beach are warm enough to surf in boardshorts. Outside that window, boardshorts or spring suit is a good baseline for comfortable sessions.

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