Matagorda Β· Matagorda Bay
- Redfish
- Tripletail
Reds and tripletail out in big water.
Zack S. Β· Captain Experiences β
| β² High | 3:56 AM | 0.61 ft |
| βΌ Low | 3:52 PM | 0.21 ft |
Tidal range today: 0.39 ft
Waxing Crescent
34% illuminated
Low
Estimate from moon phase, solunar periods, and tidal range.
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| Day | Moon | Sun | 1st tide | 2nd tide | 3rd tide | 4th tide | Coefficient | Solunar activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sun | π | β² 6:46 AM βΌ 5:29 PM | 3:56 AM β² 0.6 ft | 3:52 PM βΌ 0.2 ft | 67average | |||
| 16 Mon | π | β² 6:47 AM βΌ 5:29 PM | 4:17 AM β² 0.6 ft | 4:50 PM βΌ 0.2 ft | 61average | |||
| 17 Tue | π | β² 6:48 AM βΌ 5:28 PM | 3:52 AM β² 0.5 ft | 5:38 PM βΌ 0.2 ft | 53average | |||
| 18 Wed | π | β² 6:48 AM βΌ 5:28 PM | 1:45 AM β² 0.5 ft | 6:21 PM βΌ 0.3 ft | 44low | |||
| 19 Thu | π | β² 6:49 AM βΌ 5:28 PM | 12:52 AM β² 0.5 ft | 7:19 AM βΌ 0.3 ft | 2:05 PM β² 0.4 ft | 7:00 PM βΌ 0.4 ft | 34low | |
| 20 Fri | π | β² 6:50 AM βΌ 5:27 PM | 12:21 AM β² 0.5 ft | 7:42 AM βΌ 0.3 ft | 4:03 PM β² 0.5 ft | 7:41 PM βΌ 0.4 ft | 56average | |
| 21 Sat | π | β² 6:51 AM βΌ 5:27 PM | 8:15 AM βΌ 0.2 ft | 11:28 PM β² 0.5 ft | 70high |
Coefficient compares each day's tidal swing with this station's weak and strong tides over the surrounding month (about 45 = weak, 95 = strong). Bigger swings move more water and bait.
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Predictions from NOAA CO-OPS. Strong winds can push Texas bay water levels well above or below these predictions. Not for navigation.
Cloud cover 0%
Observed 11:55 PM Β· Matagorda City (1 mi) Β· sky & visibility from Bay City Regional (18 mi)
Wind
18mph
From NNW (339Β°)
Gusts 23 mph
Measured at the tide station
Temperature
61Β°F
Humidity
44%
Dew point 39Β°F
Visibility
9mi
+0.04 in over 3 hours
reading 3 hours ago
Matagorda Β· Matagorda Bay
Reds and tripletail out in big water.
Zack S. Β· Captain Experiences β
Matagorda Β· Bars and flats
Fly fishing for tailing and schooling reds along the deeper bars.
Ron R. Β· Captain Experiences β
Matagorda Β· Back lakes and surf
Back lakes producing, with the surf worth a look on calm days.
Barometer at the tide station, 6-minute readings
Fishing conditions now
Rising pressure. Bite may slow as it levels off.
Fern G. Β· Captain Experiences β
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Salinity (PSU β parts per thousand)
Shading and arrows: NOAA NGOFS2 model surface salinity and currents for Oct 17, 1:00 AM (run 21z 2026-10-16 UTC). Arrow length shows current speed. Labeled dots are measured sensor readings; open circles are model forecast points (click one to see its forecast below).
No salinity sensors near this station reported in the past week.
Model: NOAA Northern Gulf Operational Forecast System (NGOFS2). Sensors: Texas Water Development Board. Imagery: USDA/USGS The National Map.
NOAA NGOFS2 model Β· 48 hours