The Wave
Best windows are Southeast to South swells with light N-NW offshore winds.
Mid-to-low tides or a falling tide often sharpen peaks, while high tide tends to close them out.
Surf GuideTexas
Jamaica Beach
A wide, fast Galveston sandbar stretch where Southeast hurricane-season pulses and local longshore currents can produce punchy, short-lived peaks. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Jamaica Beach in Texas.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationTexas, US
Best conditions today
- Waves Flat
- Period 4 s
- Wind SE 6 kt
Tide curve (forecast)
0.8 ftrising
- Low0.3 ft
- High0.8 ft
- Low0.6 ft
- High0.9 ft
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Lineup Guide
Shifting sandbars and strong longshore/rip currents dominate the lineup - expect fast, punchy peaks and uneven takeoffs, plus light weekend crowds spread along the shore.
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