When to visit
Houston?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Houston
Lone Star State · United States of America

The best weather in Houston is from February, October, November, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are February, April, November.some variation climate

Climate score
June
24

Challenging climate

Hot & rainy

Temperature
24–32°C
Hot nights — A/C advised
Feels like
27–36°C
Muggy
Precipitation
183mm
Torrential rain · 14 days
Sunshine
11.0h
Partly cloudy
Humidity (%)
79%
Muggy
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
10°20°30°40°50°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
97
High season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun97JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score577672685524131343737670
ClimateCool & rainyMildHumidRainyRainyHot & rainyHot & rainyHot & rainyHot & rainyHumidCool & rainyCool & rainy
Temperature7–17°C10–19°C14–23°C16–25°C21–29°C24–32°C25–33°C25–33°C23–31°C18–27°C13–22°C10–19°C
Feels like4–15°C7–18°C13–23°C16–26°C23–32°C27–36°C29–38°C30–38°C26–35°C18–29°C12–22°C8–18°C
Precipitation145mm
10 days
96mm
12 days
137mm
12 days
172mm
13 days
223mm
16 days
183mm
14 days
183mm
14 days
183mm
14 days
186mm
14 days
139mm
10 days
113mm
10 days
155mm
11 days
Sunshine7.0h
☀︎ 67%
6.6h
☀︎ 59%
7.2h
☀︎ 60%
8.7h
☀︎ 68%
9.5h
☀︎ 70%
11.0h
☀︎ 79%
11.0h
☀︎ 79%
10.9h
☀︎ 82%
9.8h
☀︎ 80%
9.2h
☀︎ 80%
7.5h
☀︎ 70%
6.7h
☀︎ 65%
WindNE · 21 km/hSE · 23 km/hSE · 23 km/hSE · 23 km/hSE · 22 km/hSE · 19 km/hS · 17 km/hS · 17 km/hE · 16 km/hE · 19 km/hE · 19 km/hE · 20 km/h
Humidity (%)74%77%77%77%80%79%79%77%78%73%76%77%
Day length10.5h11.2h12.0h12.9h13.7h14.0h13.8h13.2h12.3h11.4h10.7h10.3h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Bayou City Art Festival (Fall)
Bayou City Art Festival (Spring)
Chevron Houston Marathon
Houston Art Car Parade
Houston Pride Parade
Houston Restaurant Weeks
Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade
Houston Zoo Lights
Wings Over Houston Airshow
Events & Festivals
  • Houston Livestock Show and RodeoculturalSignature event
    February, March· 500k+ visitors

    This iconic event, held from late February to mid-March, is a cornerstone of Texan culture, attracting massive crowds an…

  • Bayou City Art Festival (Fall)festival
    October· 50k+ visitors

    The fall edition of this popular art festival, usually in October, offers another chance to experience Houston's vibrant…

  • Bayou City Art Festival (Spring)festival
    March· 50k+ visitors

    Held in late March, this outdoor art festival takes advantage of Houston's beautiful spring weather, drawing large crowd…

  • Chevron Houston Marathonsports
    January· 50k+ visitors

    Held annually in January, the Houston Marathon attracts thousands of runners and spectators, making it a significant eve…

  • Houston Art Car Paradefestival
    April· 50k+ visitors

    Typically held in April, this quirky and vibrant parade showcases hundreds of elaborately decorated 'art cars,' attracti…

  • Houston Pride Paradecultural
    June· 50k+ visitors

    Held annually in June, the Houston Pride Parade is a vibrant celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, drawing hundreds of th…

  • Houston Restaurant Weeksfood wine
    August, September· 5k+ visitors

    Running through August and September, this culinary event offers prix-fixe menus at hundreds of Houston restaurants, wit…

  • Houston Thanksgiving Day Paradeholiday
    November· 50k+ visitors

    Held on Thanksgiving morning in November, this festive parade kicks off the holiday season with floats, marching bands,…

  • Houston Zoo Lightsholiday
    November, December· 50k+ visitors

    From mid-November through early January, the Houston Zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland of lights, attracting fam…

  • Wings Over Houston Airshowsports
    October· 50k+ visitors

    Typically held in October, this major airshow at Ellington Field features impressive aerial demonstrations and static di…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Houston?

The best weather in Houston is from February, November, October, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are February, April, November (10–27 °C).

What is the weather like in Houston?

Houston has a climate with an overall score of 5.3/10. Annual temperatures range from 7 °C to 33 °C.

What is the hottest month in Houston?

The hottest month in Houston is July, with average highs of 33 °C and lows of 25 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Houston?

The rainiest month in Houston is May, with an average of 223 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Houston?

Peak season in Houston is March, May, June, July, August, October, November, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Houston?

Shoulder season in Houston falls in April, September. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.