Texas City, TX Fishing Trip — May
Your Texas City, TX Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 72°F12.4" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
8 speciesMay Weather in Texas City
82°F
Avg High
72°F
Avg Low
12.4"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
2 in Texas City + 108 Nearby
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Offshore Fishing
For the Season
What to Bring
your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else to bring:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$1,750
Estimated total for 2 people
$875
per person
Charter $1,200
Tip $240
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
Things to Do in Texas City
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Texas Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements
Required for ages 17+. Freshwater and saltwater packages available. Red drum tag separate.
Species Regulations
Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:20-28 inch slot limit
Only one redfish over 28 inches may be retained per person per year with a properly issued Red Drum Tag.
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum
Grouper
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per person, only 1 may be a gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper
Size Limit:23-inch minimum for gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper
Different size limits and regulations may apply to other grouper species. Check TPWD regulations for specifics.
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-25 inch slot limit
No more than one spotted seatrout may exceed 25 inches.









