The Beach, TX
Sunrise to Sunset
1160 miles
71
°F
5
13
mph
72
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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About This Beach
Port Aransas Beach in Texas offers a unique drivable beach experience, with easy access and ample parking. The beach features clean sand, although seaweed and debris may occasionally wash ashore after storms. Amenities include readily available port-a-potties and outdoor showers, and lifeguards are sometimes present. The beach can become crowded during peak seasons, but offers a generally family-friendly atmosphere with opportunities for swimming, surfing and relaxation.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 12:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 71° | 5 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 71° | 5 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 71° | 5 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 72° | 4 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 71° | 3 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 70° | 1 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 67° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 12:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 65°F | 2 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -0.8 ft |
| 13:00 | 65°F | 2.1 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -0.4 ft |
| 14:00 | 65°F | 2.2 ft | 4s | ↓ S | -0.1 ft |
| 15:00 | 65°F | 2.2 ft | 4s | ↓ S | 0.0 ft |
| 16:00 | 65°F | 2.3 ft | 4s | ↓ S | +0.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 65°F | 2.3 ft | 4s | ↓ S | 0.0 ft |
| 18:00 | 65°F | 2.4 ft | 4s | ↓ S | -0.0 ft |