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Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Matagorda for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Matagorda, Texas. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 10mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 2–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 2ft and mostly poor with moderate SSE wind around 10mph.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with light S winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 11mph by PM.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with 7mph SSE winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 11mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph from the S.
Matagorda offers mellow beach breaks along the Texas Gulf Coast, with sandy bottom waves that are forgiving for beginners and intermediate surfers. The area faces southeast and picks up the most consistent swell during fall months when Gulf storms generate quality waves. This remote stretch of coastline sees minimal crowds, making it an ideal spot for those seeking peaceful, uncrowded surf sessions in South Texas.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Matagorda is 2ft with a 5.3s swell period. Wind is SSE at 12mph 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 Matagorda is 2ft, produced by a 0.3ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 3.1ft 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 Matagorda is Wednesday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 2ft waves, a 5.1s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Matagorda works best with a SE swell and N 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 Matagorda. 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.
Matagorda is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Matagorda offers mellow beach breaks along the Texas Gulf Coast, with sandy bottom waves that are forgiving for beginners and intermediate surfers. The area faces southeast and picks up the most consistent swell during fall months when Gulf storms generate quality waves. This remote stretch of coastline sees minimal crowds, making it an ideal spot for those seeking peaceful, uncrowded surf sessions in South Texas.
The prime season at Matagorda 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 Matagorda include murky water visibility, occasional strong currents, shallow sandbars. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Matagorda 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
