Wind
18 km/h SE
Rising through afternoon
Marine safety decision
Fisherman Mode
Safety-first trip guidance for Galveston, Texas. This view never recommends going to sea during dangerous periods.
Sea state
1.1 m
Moderate chop
Rain risk
66%
By 3:00 PM
Visibility
8.5 km
May fall in showers
Best available fishing window
6:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- • Launch and return before winds and rain build.
- • Stay close to shore; keep visibility and local notices under review.
- • Check official marine authority advisories before departure.
Unsafe — do not go to sea
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Rain showers, increasing wind and reduced visibility create an elevated marine risk. Delay offshore activity until an official forecast confirms safer conditions.
Fishing safety timeline
A practical decision window based on weather, sea state, rainfall and visibility.
6:00–11:30 AM · Safer
Moderate chop and workable visibility. Use standard safety checks.
11:30 AM–1:00 PM · Reassess
Rain risk builds. Return toward shore and reassess official warnings.
1:00–6:00 PM · Unsafe
Do not begin or continue sea trips during this risk period.