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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 61st 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: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Poor. 2-3ft waves to start the day on S swell at 5s. The SSE wind builds to around 15mph by afternoon.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 3-4ft and poor conditions with strong SSE wind at 17mph.
Mon, May 18: 4–5ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 4-5ft waves and poor conditions with 22mph SE winds.
Tue, May 19: 5–6ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 5-6ft and poor conditions with 19mph SE winds.
Wed, May 20: 3–4ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 4-5ft with 18mph SE winds. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
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61st Street is a forgiving beach break located along the upper Texas coast near Galveston, offering mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom provides soft landings and the west-facing exposure captures Gulf swells while responding well to northwest offshore winds. This is a classic Gulf Coast cruiser perfect for beginners looking to build skills in warm water conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 61st Street is 2-3ft 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 61st Street is 2-3ft, 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 61st Street is Wednesday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 4ft waves, a 6.95s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
61st Street works best with a SE swell and NW 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 61st 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.
61st Street is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 61st Street is a forgiving beach break located along the upper Texas coast near Galveston, offering mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom provides soft landings and the west-facing exposure captures Gulf swells while responding well to northwest offshore winds. This is a classic Gulf Coast cruiser perfect for beginners looking to build skills in warm water conditions.
The prime season at 61st 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 61st Street include occasional strong currents, murky water visibility, boat traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 61st 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.
