Texas
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 61st Street, Texas. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor conditions with 14mph out of the ESE.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with strong NNE wind at 15mph.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 13mph from the NE.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Thu, May 14: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with light winds out of the WSW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Free, simple, and takes 30 seconds.
61st Street is a forgiving beach break located along the upper Texas coast near Galveston, offering mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom provides soft landings and the west-facing exposure captures Gulf swells while responding well to northwest offshore winds. This is a classic Gulf Coast cruiser perfect for beginners looking to build skills in warm water conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 61st Street is 2-3ft with a 5.45s swell period. Wind is ESE at 14mph 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 61st Street is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.5ft SE 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 61st Street is Sunday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 2ft waves, a 5.55s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
61st Street 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 61st Street. 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.
61st Street is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 61st Street is a forgiving beach break located along the upper Texas coast near Galveston, offering mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom provides soft landings and the west-facing exposure captures Gulf swells while responding well to northwest offshore winds. This is a classic Gulf Coast cruiser perfect for beginners looking to build skills in warm water conditions.
The prime season at 61st Street 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 61st Street include occasional strong currents, murky water visibility, boat traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 61st Street 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.
