Surf Forecast West Galveston
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West Galveston surfspot characteristics
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General: Traveling southwest from Galveston toward Surfside Beach along FM 3005, surfers may find the occasional peak firing at Jamaica Beach or Bermuda Beach. Tides: Medium to high Size: Waist high to slightly overhead Wind: N, NW, WNW with swell Swell: S, SE Bottom: Sand. Paddling: Drift sessions are the call with consistently strong longshore currents. Spot Rating: Can occasionally light up if everything comes together.
Beginner to advanced
Easy, find parking in the beachfront neighborhoods or access points.
Late summer/fall; late winter to mid-spring
Crowd Factor: Minimal; find your own peak. Local Vibe: Mellow.
Proximity to Houston shipping channel and runoff from Galveston equals often not the best water quality.
Strong currents the closer you get to the San Luis pass.