Good morning from Crystal Beach. Here is the fishing and community report for Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Times are local Central Daylight Time.
Weather
A nearby Galveston National Weather Service observation at 4:35 a.m. reported partly cloudy skies, about 72°F, a northeast wind near 7 mph, and 83% humidity. The Crystal Beach forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies today, a high near 82°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: 2:52 a.m. — 2.02 ft
Low: 11:17 a.m. — −0.20 ft
NOAA lists no additional high or low extrema for Port Bolivar before midnight today.
Tides are NOAA predictions for Port Bolivar station 8771328, referenced to mean lower low water: NOAA tide data.
Solunar Fishing Periods
Major: 12:56–2:56 a.m. and 1:24–3:24 p.m.
Minor: 8:09–10:09 a.m. and 6:39–8:39 p.m.
Solunar times: FishingReminder — Port Bolivar.
Sun and Moon
Sunrise: 7:28 a.m. Sunset: 6:36 p.m.
The moon is waning gibbous, just past full, with about 98.1% illumination at lunar noon.
Astronomy details: sun times and moon data for Crystal Beach.
Practical Fishing Outlook
The morning minor period runs through the falling tide toward the 11:17 a.m. low. The 1:24–3:24 p.m. major period comes after that very low water and during the beginning of the long incoming trend. The evening minor period starts just after sunset and also falls on rising water. Light east wind should be comfortable for shore fishing, though mostly cloudy skies and the large tidal swing make the timing of moving water especially important. 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.
