South Padre Island sits on the Gulf of Mexico. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 8779724, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.
View Live ConditionsPark at South Padre Island in lots like Isla Blanca Park, Andy Bowie Park, County Beach Access 3. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $12/vehicle and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.
Find ParkingAt South Padre Island, don't miss the Mahi-Mahi Fish Tacos at Blackbeard's. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.
Explore DiningBoats leave South Padre Island from Sea Ranch Marina, including the Original Dolphin Watch — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.
See Things to DoSouth Padre Island hosts Dolphin Watch Cruises and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.
Check EventsAt South Padre Island, the sun sets at 8:07 PM today — about 13h 5m of daylight. Sunrise was 7:02 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for South Padre Island update at the top of the conditions page.