Corpus Christi

**Geography** The spot is located on the Texas Gulf Coast, approximately 15 miles southeast of Port Aransas, Texas. The coastline is characterized by a mix of sandy beaches, rocky outcroppings, and shallow bays. The surrounding landscape is a flat to gently sloping coastal plain, with the Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge to the north and the Mustang Island State Park to the south. The beach itself is a wide, sandy shoreline with a mix of beach grasses and dunes. **Climate - Wind and Water Conditions** **Spring (March to May)** * Wind: Moderate to strong northeasterly winds, averaging 15-25 knots (28-46 km/h), with occasional gusts up to 30 knots (56 km/h). * Water: Temperatures range from 68-78°F (20-25°C), with average water depths of 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters). * Air: High-pressure systems dominate the region, leading to clear skies and light precipitation. **Summer (June to August)** * Wind: Strong to extreme northeasterly winds, averaging 20-35 knots (37-65 km/h), with occasional gusts up to 40 knots (74 km/h). * Water: Temperatures range from 80-90°F (27-32°C), with average water depths of 3-8 feet (0.9-2.4 meters). * Air: Heat domes and tropical disturbances bring high humidity and increased precipitation. **Fall (September to November)** * Wind: Moderate to strong easterly winds, averaging 10-20 knots (19-37 km/h), with occasional gusts up to 25 knots (46 km/h). * Water: Temperatures range from 68-78°F (20-25°C), with average water depths of 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters). * Air: High-pressure systems return, leading to clear skies and decreasing precipitation. **Winter (December to February)** * Wind: Moderate to strong northeasterly winds, averaging 15-25 knots (28-46 km/h), with occasional gusts up to 30 knots (56 km/h). * Water: Temperatures range from 50-68°F (10-20°C), with average water depths of 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters). * Air: Cold fronts and low-pressure systems bring cooler temperatures and increased precipitation. Note: Wind speeds and directions are averages and may vary depending on specific weather patterns and time of day. Water temperatures are also averages and may fluctuate depending on the time of year and other factors.