About This Spot
South Padre Island / Jetty, Texas (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Texas (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from January to December, South Padre Island / Jetty, Texas (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
South Padre Island has an average daily wind speed of 15-17 mph during summer.
When to Go
South Padre Island has a semitropical climate. Mid-summer through September is the rainiest, most humid period, but even the August heat spells aren't half as bad as you might think. As far as weather's concerned, fall and spring are the optimum times to visit. Winter temperatures usually drop no lower than 40°F (5°C), and the hottest summer's day seldom tops 95°F (35°C), a lot cooler than the deserts of nearby New Mexico.
What to Expect
Best wave with South winds.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE · SE · SSE · S
Best wind direction
South Padre Island has an average daily wind speed of 15-17 mph during summer.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Best wave with South winds.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Location
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