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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Port O'Connor Jetties, 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: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 3-4ft waves and poor conditions with moderate SSE wind around 9mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor with 20mph out of the SSE.
Mon, May 18: 3–4ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 3-4ft and mostly poor with 19mph SE winds.
Tue, May 19: 4–5ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 4-5ft and poor with strong SE wind at 16mph.
Wed, May 20: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 3-4ft waves on SE swell at 7s with 16mph SSE winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
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Port O'Connor Jetties is a sheltered rivermouth break formed by the jetties that protect Matagorda Bay's entrance on the Texas Gulf Coast. The sand bottom and jetty-induced swell refraction create hollow, peeling waves that work best during fall swells and moderate wind conditions. This is a quieter alternative to crowded spots, offering fun shoulder-season waves with relatively easy access for intermediate surfers.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Port O'Connor Jetties is 3-4ft with a 5.35s swell period. Wind is SSE at 17mph 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 Port O'Connor Jetties is 3-4ft, produced by a 3.8ft 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 Port O'Connor Jetties is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 4ft waves, a 7.25s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Port O'Connor Jetties 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 Port O'Connor Jetties. 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.
Port O'Connor Jetties is a rivermouth with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Port O'Connor Jetties is a sheltered rivermouth break formed by the jetties that protect Matagorda Bay's entrance on the Texas Gulf Coast. The sand bottom and jetty-induced swell refraction create hollow, peeling waves that work best during fall swells and moderate wind conditions. This is a quieter alternative to crowded spots, offering fun shoulder-season waves with relatively easy access for intermediate surfers.
The prime season at Port O'Connor Jetties 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 Port O'Connor Jetties include jetty rocks, strong currents, shallow banks, boat traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Port O'Connor Jetties 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.
