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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Port Mansfield Jetties, 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: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with strong ESE wind at 14mph.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 15mph out of the NE.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with moderate NNE wind around 11mph.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light winds out of the ESE.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with moderate SE wind around 10mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 17mph.
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Port Mansfield Jetties is one of Texas's more consistent and unique surf spots, located along the Lower Laguna Madre coast where the Port Mansfield Channel cuts through to the Gulf of Mexico. The jetties funnel and focus incoming Gulf swells, producing organized, punchy peaks that are far more predictable than many other Texas breaks. Fall tropical swell season brings the best energy to this remote South Texas spot, rewarding surfers willing to make the long drive through the brush country.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Port Mansfield Jetties is 1-2ft with a 5.9s swell period. Wind is ESE at 13mph 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 Mansfield Jetties is 1-2ft, produced by a 2ft ESE primary 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 Port Mansfield Jetties is Friday from 12 PM to 3 PM with 2ft waves, a 4.7s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Port Mansfield 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 Mansfield 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 Mansfield Jetties is a rivermouth with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Port Mansfield Jetties is one of Texas's more consistent and unique surf spots, located along the Lower Laguna Madre coast where the Port Mansfield Channel cuts through to the Gulf of Mexico. The jetties funnel and focus incoming Gulf swells, producing organized, punchy peaks that are far more predictable than many other Texas breaks. Fall tropical swell season brings the best energy to this remote South Texas spot, rewarding surfers willing to make the long drive through the brush country.
The prime season at Port Mansfield 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 Mansfield Jetties include jetty rocks, strong currents, shallow sandbars, jellyfish, boat traffic, sharks, remote location. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Port Mansfield 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.
