Octagon House
Galveston, Texas
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Current Conditions
🌬️ WIND
N
E
S
W
13
kt
kt
🌊 SWELL
N
E
S
W
0.8
ft
ft
Swell Height
0.8ft
Swell Period
12s
Wind Speed
13kt
Air Temp
17°C
Wind Gusts
--kt
Precipitation
0mm
Secondary Swell
0.5ft @ 7s
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📍 Local Knowledge
Octagon House in Texas is an exposed beach break with fairly consistent surf, especially during the hurricane season. It performs best when a southeast swell combines with offshore winds from the northwest. The waves are mainly local windswells rather than distant groundswells, offering both lefts and rights. Surf quality is not affected by the tide, but it can get crowded when conditions are good. Surfers should beware of rips, sharks, and jellyfish. The best time for consistent, clean waves is during Winter, with December being the most reliable month.
Best Swell: SE
Bottom: Sand
Ideal Conditions
Swell: SE
Wind: NW