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Rainbow Bridge, TX Daily Water Report — August 25, 2026
Today at Rainbow Bridge, Texas, boating enthusiasts are in for a treat with a near-perfect score of 9.3/10. The conditions are prime, with gentle winds averaging 4 knots from the WSW and calm seas peaking at 0.3 meters, making today ideal for a smooth ride. For those looking to kayak, the conditions are also favorable with an 8.8/10 score, promising a serene paddle amidst calm waters, especially around 1 PM when waves settle to their calmest at 0.16 meters. Fishing scores a respectable 6.9/10, thanks in part to a favorable solunar major period from 10:03 to 12:03, which might provide the best bite window. However, the very high chlorophyll levels suggest bloom conditions, which could affect water clarity and make fishing a bit challenging despite the promising tide movements. The waxing gibbous moon, 90% illuminated, adds a touch of mystery to your angling adventure. Surfers might want to sit this one out, as the small wave height of 0.24 meters and short period of 2.8 seconds contribute to a low 4.5/10 score. Divers, too, are looking at a moderate day with a 6.8/10 score, primarily due to the high water temperature of 30.4°C, which could affect visibility despite the stable barometric pressure. Looking ahead, the weather remains hot with temperatures peaking at 34.1°C today and climbing higher over the next few days. Winds will pick up slightly, with gusts up to 15.7 knots, but rain remains unlikely. Expect similar calm marine conditions through the end of the month, with wave heights dropping further. For the best experience today, take your boat or kayak out in the afternoon when the waters are at their calmest and the sun is high.
- Report date
- August 25, 2026
- Report status
- Permanent PM Brain report
- Time basis
- Live
- Top activity
- WINDOW IS OPEN
How the water looked at Rainbow Bridge, TX
The conditions record includes 28.2 °C air temperature, 3.8 knot wind, gusts to 9.9 knots, and 1015.9 hPa pressure.
Ocean: NOAA CoastWatch; Tides: NOAA; Marine: Open-Meteo marine forecast; Weather: Open-Meteo forecast and current conditions
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