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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 37th Street, Texas. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. 1-2ft waves to start the day on S swell at 5s. The SSE wind builds to around 15mph by afternoon.
Sun, May 17: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor conditions with strong SSE wind at 17mph.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 3-4ft waves and poor conditions with 22mph out of the SE.
Tue, May 19: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 3-4ft waves and poor conditions with 19mph out of the SE.
Wed, May 20: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with 18mph out of the SE and poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
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37th Street is a laid-back beach break on Galveston Island, Texas, offering mellow, rolling waves that are perfect for beginners and longboarders looking to score uncrowded sessions along the Gulf Coast. The spot faces west toward the Gulf, picking up southeast swells generated by tropical systems and seasonal storm energy, with fall hurricane season delivering the most consistent and sizable surf. What makes this spot unique is its accessibility within Galveston's urban beach scene, combined with the relatively uncrowded lineups typical of Texas Gulf surf.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 37th Street is 1-2+ft with a 4.9s swell period. Wind is SSE at 16mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at 37th Street is 1-2+ft, produced by a 3.4ft SSE wind swell swell at 5s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf 37th Street is Wednesday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 3ft waves, a 6.95s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
37th Street works best with a SE swell and W winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at 37th Street. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
37th Street is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 37th Street is a laid-back beach break on Galveston Island, Texas, offering mellow, rolling waves that are perfect for beginners and longboarders looking to score uncrowded sessions along the Gulf Coast. The spot faces west toward the Gulf, picking up southeast swells generated by tropical systems and seasonal storm energy, with fall hurricane season delivering the most consistent and sizable surf. What makes this spot unique is its accessibility within Galveston's urban beach scene, combined with the relatively uncrowded lineups typical of Texas Gulf surf.
The prime season at 37th Street is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at 37th Street include strong currents, jellyfish, rip currents, sharks, flat spells, murky water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 37th Street forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
