Climate of Texas, USA
Area-weighted average across Texas. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Texas, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 7.3°C / 45.1°F in January to 27.8°C / 82°F in July, with rainfall from 37 mm / 1.5 in to 88 mm / 3.5 in depending on the season (703 mm / 27.7 in total across the year). See the 8 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.3°C45.1°F | 37 mm1.5″ | — |
| February | 9.8°C49.6°F | 41 mm1.6″ | — |
| March | 13.9°C57°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| April | 18.1°C64.6°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 22.4°C72.3°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| June | 26.1°C79°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| July | 27.8°C82°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| August | 27.4°C81.3°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| September | 24.2°C75.6°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| October | 19°C66.2°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| November | 12.9°C55.2°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| December | 8.6°C47.5°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Texas?
Texas, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 27.8°C / 82°F, and the driest is January at 37 mm / 1.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Texas?
Texas, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 7.3°C / 45.1°F in January to 27.8°C / 82°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 703 mm / 27.7 in, with the wettest month being September (88 mm / 3.5 in) and the driest January (37 mm / 1.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Texas?
The hottest month in Texas is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.8°C / 82°F.
What is the coldest month in Texas?
The coldest month in Texas is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 7.3°C / 45.1°F.
When does it rain most in Texas?
The wettest month in Texas is September, averaging about 88 mm / 3.5 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 37 mm / 1.5 in.