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Padre Island National Seashore, TX

Sunrise to Sunset
1212 miles
Padre Island National Seashore, TX
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Temperature
85
°F
UV Index
5
Wind Speed
5
mph
Humidity
62
%
Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~1332
min

Beach Alerts

UV Alert

High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 1 PM-3 PM (UV Index 7)

About This Beach

Padre Island National Seashore offers a unique blend of accessible and remote beach experiences. The first few miles are readily accessible, but driving further requires a 4x4, leading to more isolated spots. This makes it attractive to those seeking solitude as well as families who value amenities like restrooms and showers near the entrance. The beach's vast expanse, wildlife sightings (turtles, deer, birds), and starry nights contribute to its appeal.

*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.

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4.8

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Weather Forecast

Updated: 10/2/2025, 11:15:00 AM

Hourly

TimeAir TempUVWindRain
11:0084°55 mph0
12:0086°66 mph0
13:0087°78 mph0
14:0087°711 mph0
15:0087°712 mph0
16:0086°613 mph0
17:0085°414 mph0

Surf Conditions

Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 11:15:00 AM

Hourly Surf

TimeTempWavePeriodSwellTide
11:0085°F1.3 ft5s→ E-0.2 ft
12:0085°F1.3 ft5s→ E-0.4 ft
13:0085°F1.3 ft5s→ E-0.6 ft
14:0085°F1.4 ft5s→ E-0.7 ft
15:0085°F1.5 ft4s→ E-0.8 ft
16:0085°F1.6 ft4s→ E-0.9 ft
17:0085°F1.6 ft4s→ E-1.0 ft

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