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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.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 5s and 8mph SSE winds. The SE wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and poor by then.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 3-4ft and mostly poor with 17mph out of the SSE.
Mon, May 18: 3–4ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 3-4ft and poor conditions with 19mph SE winds.
Tue, May 19: 4–5ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 4-5ft and mostly poor with 14mph out of the SE.
Wed, May 20: 3–4ft, 7s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 3-4ft on SE swell at 7s with 15mph out of the SE. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
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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 2-3+ft with a 5.25s swell period. Wind is SSE at 15mph 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 2-3+ft, produced by a 3.6ft 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 Tuesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 5ft waves, a 7.75s 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
