Matagorda Surf Forecast, Texas
Texas
Current Conditions
PoorWave Height
1-2+ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
5.2s
Wind
13mph
SE / Gusts 23mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.0ft @ 7sESE
Wind Swell
2.7ft @ 5sSSE
Daily Forecast
3 of 5 daysTue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Poor - FairPretty quiet out there — 2-3ft and mostly poor - fair with 12mph SSE winds.
6am9am12pm3pm
5s SSE|11-12mph SSE
Thu, Apr 23-4ft
PoorPatience pays off today — morning is poor with 3-4ft. Later in the day looks more promising — 3-4ft and poor - fair.
6am9am12pm3pm
6s SE|14-17mph SSE
Forecast Charts
Matagorda Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
SE
Best Wind
N
Season
Fall
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.
Murky water visibilityOccasional strong currentsShallow sandbars
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
Matagorda Surf Forecast FAQ
What is the current surf forecast for Matagorda?
The current wave height at Matagorda is 1-2+ft with a 5.2s swell period. Wind is SE at 13mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Matagorda surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Matagorda?
The current breaking wave height at Matagorda is 1-2+ft, produced by a 1ft ESE primary swell at 7s, a 2.7ft 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.
When is the best time to surf Matagorda?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Matagorda is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 6.75s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.