Weather

 

Be Weather-Ready 

Prepare! Don't Let Severe Weather Take You by Surprise. The weather at Padre Island can change quickly and may throw a wrench into your travel plans. Be ready with a back-up plan to ensure you have an enjoyable visit to the national seashore. Check the forecast regularly to see if you're at risk for severe weather. 

 

Real-Time Weather Data

MesoWest is a cooperative project led by the University of Utah, with a goal of providing access to current and archived weather observations across the United States through web-based resources. Through a series of almost 3000 Remote Automated Weather Station (RAWS) across the West, the MesoWest program provides climate scientists, National Weather Service forecasters, and weather enthusiasts with real-time weather conditions and past weather data.

In November 2022, a RAWS was installed at Padre Island National Seashore near the Malaquite Campground. Data collected at this station will provide park scientists and wildland fire managers with critical weather information. You can see the RAWS data for Padre Island in real-time on the MesoWest site.

 

 

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Tides

Ocean tides are constantly changing. Before heading out to the beach, check the current NOAA Tide Predictions.

Rip Current Risk

Rip current risk predictions along gulf beaches are updated daily by NOAA. Before heading out to the beach, check the current NOAA Surf Zone Forecast for the latest rip current risk.

 

Climate Overview

The climate of Padre Island is subtropical with long, hot, muggy summers and short, mild winters. Most rain falls near the beginning and end of hurricane and tropical storm season, which lasts from June 1 to November 30. The weather on the island can vary widely and quickly change.

Typical Weather

  • Spring – Daytime temperatures average between 70°F-80°F, with lows between 50°F-60°F.

  • Summer – Daytime temperatures are usually in the mid-90s (°F) , with very humid conditions. Lows are usually in the 70's (°F). Afternoon and evening sea breezes help to moderate temperatures.

  • Fall – Daytime temperatures average between 70°F-80°F, with lows between 50°F-60°F.

  • Winter – High temperatures are usually between 50°F-70°F but can occasionally drop into the upper 30s (°F). Sudden, strong cold fronts can move through, bringing gale force winds and dropping temperatures quickly.

  • Year-round – Average wind speed ranges from 5-25 miles per hour. Relative humidity seldom drops below 70%.

 

Long-term Data for Corpus Christi, Texas

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

Avg. Temperature °C (°F)

14.9

(58.9)

16.5

(61.7)

19.1

(66.4)

22.5

(72.5)

25.5

(77.9)

27.9

(82.2)

28.4

(83.1)

28.9

(84)

27.1

(80.8)

24.2

(75.5)

19.6

(67.4)

16.1

(60.9)

Min. Temperature °C (°F)

12

(53.5)

13.8

(56.8)

16.5

(61.8)

20

(67.9)

23.2

(73.7)

25.6

(78.1)

26.1

(79)

26.4

(79.6)

24.6

(76.4)

21.4

(70.5)

16.9

(62.3)

13.1

(55.6)

Max. Temperature °C (°F)

19.1

(66.3)

20.5

(68.9)

22.8

(73)

25.9

(78.6)

28.5

(83.3)

30.7

(87.3)

31.2

(88.2)

32.1

(89.7)

30.1

(86.1)

27.4

(81.4)

23.3

(74)

20

(68)

Precipitation / Rainfall mm (in)

51

(2)

42

(1)

64

(2)

56

(2)

76

(2)

76

(2)

61

(2)

64

(2)

118

(4)

85

(3)

56

(2)

55

(2)

Humidity

72%

73%

74%

75%

76%

76%

77%

74%

74%

71%

71%

71%

Rainy days

6

5

6

6

7

8

6

7

10

8

6

6

Avg. Sun hours

5.9

5.6

6.1

7.1

8.3

9.7

10.1

10.0

8.6

7.5

6.4

5.6

 

Water Temperature Along Gulf of Mexico Beaches in Corpus Christi, Texas

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

Min. Water Temperature °C (°F)

17

(62.6)

16.7

(62.1)

17.5

(63.5)

20.4

(68.7)

23.6

(74.5)

27

(80.6)

28.3

(82.9)

28.8

(83.8)

28

(82.4)

24.4

(75.9)

20.7

(69.3)

18.5

(65.3)

Avg. Water Temperature °C (°F)

17.6

(63.7)

17

(62.6)

18.5

(65.3)

21.9

(71.4)

25.2

(77.4)

28

(82.4)

28.6

(83.5)

29

(84.2)

28.9

(84)

26.4

(79.5)

22.5

(72.5)

19.4

(66.9)

Max. Water temperature °C (°F)

18.5

(65.3)

17.4

(63.3)

20.2

(68.4)

23.4

(74.1)

27

(80.6)

28.6

(83.5)

28.8

(83.8)

29.3

(84.7)

29.4

(84.9)

27.9

(82.2)

24.3

(75.7)

20.7

(69.3)

 
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Weather-Ready Nation

Padre Island National Seashore is a Weather-Ready Nation (WRN) Ambassador. The WRN initiative is a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) program to formally recognize NOAA partners who are improving the nation's readiness against extreme weather, water, and climate events.

Last updated: June 3, 2023

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P.O. Box 181300
Corpus Christi, TX 78480

Phone:

(361) 949-8068
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