Texas
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 91st St Pier, 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 - Fair. Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor - fair with 8mph from the ESE.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 1-2ft waves on SE swell at 6s and moderate ENE wind around 13mph. Onshore flow builds through the day to 18mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with moderate NNE wind around 11mph.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions. 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.
91st St Pier is a mellow beach break located along Galveston's urban coastline, where consistent Gulf swells wrap around the pier structure to create rideable waves for all skill levels. The sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions perfect for beginners, while the pier itself offers a unique landmark for orientation and adds character to the break. Summer swells from the south are most reliable here, making it an accessible option for Houston-area surfers looking for consistent, predictable waves.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 91st St Pier is 2-3ft with a 5.5s swell period. Wind is ESE at 13mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at 91st St Pier is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.6ft SE wind swell swell at 6s. 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 91st St Pier is Sunday from 4 PM to 7 PM with 3ft waves, a 5.5s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
91st St Pier works best with a SE swell and W 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 91st St Pier. 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.
91st St Pier is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 91st St Pier is a mellow beach break located along Galveston's urban coastline, where consistent Gulf swells wrap around the pier structure to create rideable waves for all skill levels. The sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions perfect for beginners, while the pier itself offers a unique landmark for orientation and adds character to the break. Summer swells from the south are most reliable here, making it an accessible option for Houston-area surfers looking for consistent, predictable waves.
The prime season at 91st St Pier is summer, 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 91st St Pier include pier pilings, coastal currents, heavy summer crowds. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 91st St Pier 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.
