Current Weather and Forecast in Houston, TX
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About the weather in Houston
Houston has a humid subtropical climate. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 92°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 45°. May brings the most rain, on about 17 days, while June is the sunniest, with 11.0 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 165 days.
Houston climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
Which month is coolest in Houston?
January, with highs of 62°F (17°C) and lows near 45°F (7°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 12°F (-11°C).
How hot does Houston get in summer?
August averages 92°F (33°C). That is serious heat, and the decade record for this location is 107°F (42°C).
How many rainy days does Houston get in a year?
About 165 days bring measurable precipitation, totalling 75.3 inches (1914 mm). That works out at roughly 11.6 mm on an average wet day.
How warm is Houston on average?
70°F (21°C) across all twelve months - about 78°F (26°C) by day and 63°F (17°C) after dark.
What is the best time to visit Houston?
October to February is the sweet spot for Houston - warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Expect 70°F (21°C) in the afternoon and around 11 days of rain in a typical month of it. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in October.
Does it snow in Houston?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Houston shows no regular measurable snowfall.
Which month is wettest in Houston?
May, at 8.8 inches (223 mm) over about 17 days. February is the driest month, at 3.8 inches (96 mm).
What is the hottest month in Houston?
August, averaging 92°F (33°C) by day and 77°F (25°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 107°F (42°C).