Current Marine and Surf Conditions
Key Questions
What are the current wind and sea conditions for South Padre Island?
Southeast winds are blowing at 10-15 knots with seas running 5-7 feet and occasional peaks to 9 feet. A 6-foot swell at 8 seconds is present, creating waves over 1 meter that pose swimming hazards above 1.5 meters. Conditions are expected to subside later in the day.
Are there any hazards for swimming or surfing right now?
Waves exceeding 1.5 meters create notable swimming hazards for beachgoers. The outside sandbar begins breaking at 6-8 feet, with larger surf possible during storms. Surfers should monitor updates as these developing conditions remain key for daily planning.
How do conditions at the buoy compare to the main surf area?
The buoy reports calmer ESE winds at 13 knots and only 1-foot seas. This differs from the rougher 5-7 foot seas in the primary area. These variations help surfers and fishers make informed decisions for the day.
SE winds 10-15 kt with 5-7 ft seas (occasional 9 ft) and 6 ft at 8 seconds; waves over 1 m with swimming hazards above 1.5 m. ESE 13 kt and calmer 1 ft seas at buoy. Subsiding later but key for daily surfer and beachgoer planning.