Weather in Houston
What's the weather like in Houston?
Houston has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 17°C (63°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in July, with overnight lows around 7°C (45°F) and 25°C (76°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Houston are February through April, and October through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 29.760, -95.370
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 45°F | 118 mm | 15 | — |
| February | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 49°F | 95 mm | 17 | — |
| March | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 56°F | 135 mm | 19 | — |
| April | 25°C / 78°F | 16°C / 61°F | 164 mm | 20 | — |
| May | 29°C / 84°F | 21°C / 69°F | 206 mm | 22 | — |
| June | 32°C / 89°F | 24°C / 74°F | 180 mm | 23 | — |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 25°C / 76°F | 145 mm | 23 | — |
| August | 33°C / 92°F | 25°C / 77°F | 185 mm | 23 | — |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 190 mm | 21 | — |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 18°C / 64°F | 140 mm | 16 | — |
| November | 21°C / 70°F | 12°C / 54°F | 110 mm | 15 | — |
| December | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 50°F | 145 mm | 16 | — |
Houston by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Houston?
The most comfortable months in Houston are usually March, November, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Houston?
August is typically the hottest month in Houston, averaging a high of 33°C (92°F).
What is the coldest month in Houston?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 7°C (45°F).
Does it snow in Houston?
Snow is rare in Houston; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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