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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Quintana, 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. Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor at 2-3ft. Afternoon shapes up better with 2-3ft and poor - fair conditions.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 17mph out of the SSE.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with strong SE wind at 14mph.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph from the SE.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 10mph SE winds.
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Quintana is a laid-back beach break on the upper Texas Gulf Coast near the mouth of the Brazos River, offering mellow, rolling waves that are perfect for beginners and longboarders looking to escape the crowds. The spot faces northwest into the Gulf, picking up the best energy from southeast and south swells generated by Gulf storms and tropical systems, making fall hurricane season the most productive time of year. What makes Quintana unique is its remote, uncrowded character — this sleepy stretch of Texas coastline rarely sees more than a handful of surfers, giving you plenty of space to work on your game in warm Gulf waters.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Quintana is 2-3ft with a 5.1s 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 Quintana is 2-3ft, produced by a 3.3ft 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 Quintana is Saturday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 2ft waves, a 5.35s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Quintana works best with a SSE 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 Quintana. 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.
Quintana is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Quintana is a laid-back beach break on the upper Texas Gulf Coast near the mouth of the Brazos River, offering mellow, rolling waves that are perfect for beginners and longboarders looking to escape the crowds. The spot faces northwest into the Gulf, picking up the best energy from southeast and south swells generated by Gulf storms and tropical systems, making fall hurricane season the most productive time of year. What makes Quintana unique is its remote, uncrowded character — this sleepy stretch of Texas coastline rarely sees more than a handful of surfers, giving you plenty of space to work on your game in warm Gulf waters.
The prime season at Quintana 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 Quintana include jellyfish, strong currents near river mouth, sharks, rip currents, soft mushy conditions, boat traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Quintana 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.
