Good morning from Crystal Beach. Here is the fishing and community report for Monday, October 26, 2026. Times are local Central Daylight Time.
Weather
A nearby Galveston National Weather Service observation at 4:35 a.m. reported clear skies, about 73°F, an east-northeast wind near 7 mph, and 69% humidity. The Crystal Beach forecast calls for mostly sunny skies today, a high near 83°F, and an east wind around 5 mph. No active land or marine alerts were posted for the area when this report was prepared.
Forecast details: National Weather Service — Crystal Beach.
Port Bolivar Tides
High: 2:57 a.m. — 1.92 ft
Low: 10:39 a.m. — 0.01 ft
High: 7:07 p.m. — 1.98 ft
Low: 10:37 p.m. — 1.92 ft
Tides are NOAA predictions for Port Bolivar station 8771328, referenced to mean lower low water: NOAA tide data.
Solunar Fishing Periods
Major: 12:01–2:01 a.m. and 12:25–2:25 p.m.
Minor: 6:59–8:59 a.m. and 5:51–7:51 p.m.
Solunar times: FishingReminder — Port Bolivar.
Sun and Moon
Sunrise: 7:27 a.m. Sunset: 6:37 p.m.
The moon is just past full and now waning gibbous. The full phase occurred at 11:11 p.m. Sunday, and illumination is about 99.8% at lunar noon today.
Astronomy details: sun times and moon data for Crystal Beach.
Practical Fishing Outlook
The morning minor period surrounds sunrise while the tide is falling toward the 10:39 a.m. low, making it the clearest early-day window. The 12:25–2:25 p.m. major period follows that low as the tide begins a long incoming run. The evening minor period spans sunset and the 7:07 p.m. high. Light east wind and a mostly sunny forecast should be comfortable for shore fishing, but water movement will be strongest around the broad incoming tide. Check beach flags and current water conditions before entering the surf.
Upcoming Bolivar Peninsula Events
Pumpkin Carving: Wednesday, October 28, 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Stingaree Restaurant & Marina in Crystal Beach.
Trivia Night: Thursday, October 29, 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Stingaree Restaurant & Marina.
Painting Party: Friday, October 30, 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Stingaree Restaurant & Marina. The organizer lists a $35 cost including supplies.
Ghost on the Coast: Saturday, October 31, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
Event details and updates: Bolivar Peninsula events calendar. Plans can change, so check the organizer page before traveling.
A Quick Note
Tides, weather, and fish activity can change quickly. Use current observations, follow local beach rules, wear appropriate flotation gear around the water, and never turn your back on the surf.
