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Galveston Pier 21, TX Daily Water Report — August 27, 2026

Today is a solid day to get on the water, especially if you’re thinking about diving or taking a boat out. The scores for both are excellent, with boating hitting an 8.7 and diving an 8.0, making that your clear winning window. The wind is light out of the south at a representative 6 knots, gusting only to 9, and the wave heights are minimal at just 0.24 meters with a short period. That combination means the Gulf surface will be nearly flat by mid-afternoon, especially around 21:00 when the waves are forecast to be calmest. The ocean current is pushing northeast at 0.3 m/s, so drifting with it on a dive or paddle could take you a bit off your planned line—keep that in mind if you’re on a kayak or anchored. Fishing scores a 7.3, which is respectable but down from yesterday’s 8.2. The solunar major period from 11:39 to 13:39 lines up nicely with the light south breeze, but the lack of tide data means you won’t have that extra current push to concentrate bait. Chlorophyll is elevated at 4.91 mg/m³, which historically correlates with active feeding zones, but without a tide to structure it, you’ll want to work the edges of any visible color change. Surfing is a 4.5—the swell is tiny at 0.2 meters from 189 degrees, and the short 2.85-second period means waves will be mushy and inconsistent. Not worth hauling the longboard out unless you’re just after a warm-water float. Compared to the past few days, today’s conditions are a middle ground. Yesterday had a slightly stronger fishing score and a wildlife bonanza at 9.1, but today’s steadier wind and lower wave range make it more versatile for multiple activities. Last Saturday’s 9.2 sailing score came with ten-knot winds, so if you’re a sailor, today’s lighter breeze is a tradeoff—good for a relaxed cruise, not for planing. The diving score has been consistently strong all week, holding at 8 for several days running, and today’s 31.4°C water temperature and 19.2 km visibility support that trend. Looking ahead, Friday and Saturday keep the seas flat with waves below 0.2 meters and a slight uptick in wind to around 14 knots by the weekend. The coming days look like more of the same mild, summery conditions, but Sunday and Monday bring a 25-28% chance of rain and slightly building seas up to 0.4 meters. Best bet: punch out before the lunchtime solunar peak and let the south breeze and near-flat water carry you through a high-scoring afternoon.