Houston, United States experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Houston, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Houston, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.9/10
Best: February, March, April, October, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 26°C / 18°C
Feels Like 28°C / 19°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 119 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 76%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Snow Days 1 days
Frost Days 1 days
Hottest Month
33°C
August
Avg Low25°C
Rain17days
Coldest Month
8°C
January
Avg High17°C
Rain11days
Driest Month
9days
October
Avg High28°C
Avg Low19°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
April (Gusts 43)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:22
Daylight 14h
Sunset 20:25
Live conditions—
Houston on the map · live conditions
Houston, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Houston
- Population
- 2.3M
- Elevation
- 12 m
- Coordinates
- 29.76°, -95.36°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 12 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 15 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 11 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 10 days/mo
1/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 17°C / 8°C . Feb: 20°C / 11°C . Mar: 23°C / 14°C . Apr: 26°C / 17°C . May: 29°C / 21°C . Jun: 32°C / 24°C . Jul: 33°C / 25°C . Aug: 33°C / 25°C . Sep: 31°C / 23°C . Oct: 28°C / 19°C . Nov: 23°C / 14°C . Dec: 19°C / 11°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 119 mm. Feb: 71 mm. Mar: 94 mm. Apr: 105 mm. May: 170 mm. Jun: 138 mm. Jul: 140 mm. Aug: 169 mm. Sep: 142 mm. Oct: 80 mm. Nov: 95 mm. Dec: 105 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 73%. Feb: 77%. Mar: 75%. Apr: 75%. May: 79%. Jun: 78%. Jul: 78%. Aug: 77%. Sep: 77%. Oct: 72%. Nov: 75%. Dec: 76%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 20 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 21 km/h . May: 19 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 15 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 7h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 7h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 9. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 5. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 1 days. Feb: 0 days. Mar: 0 days. Apr: 0 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 0 days. Dec: 0 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 20 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 33°C | Aug · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 6°C | Jan · 8°C |
| Wettest month | Jun 2025 · 203 mm | May · 170 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 23 km/h | Apr · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February best
Good March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Fair June
Poor July
Poor August
Poor September
Fair October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 8°C | 16°C / 5°C | 11days (119 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 73% Muggy | 3.7 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February best | 20°C / 11°C | 19°C / 9°C | 10days (71 mm) Wet | 6.7h Fair | 77% Humid | 4.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March best | 23°C / 14°C | 24°C / 13°C | 11days (94 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 75% Muggy | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 26°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 12days (105 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 75% Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 21°C | 32°C / 23°C | 14days (170 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 28°C | 14days (138 mm) Wet | 11.4h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July | 33°C / 25°C | 39°C / 30°C | 15days (140 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 25°C | 39°C / 30°C | 17days (169 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 23°C | 35°C / 26°C | 13days (142 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 77% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October best | 28°C / 19°C | 30°C / 19°C | 9days (80 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 72% Muggy | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 23°C / 14°C | 23°C / 13°C | 10days (95 mm) Wet | 7.7h Good | 75% Muggy | 4.6 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 19°C / 11°C | 19°C / 9°C | 10days (105 mm) Wet | 6.7h Fair | 76% Humid | 3.7 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Houston are February, March, April, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Houston, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Houston is August, with average daytime highs of 33°C (92°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Houston is January, with average overnight lows of 8°C (47°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Houston is May, averaging 170mm of precipitation across 14 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Houston runs through August, July, May, June, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Houston.
Houston receives approximately 108 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Houston.
The least favorable months to visit Houston are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider February, March, April, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Houston is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Houston is 76%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Houston receives snow. Months with snowfall average 1 snow days and 1 cm (0 in) of accumulation, with about 1 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Houston are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 43 km/h / 27 mph).
Houston averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 57%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Houston is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Houston has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Houston ranges from 19°C (66°F) to 28°C (82°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Houston, with a climate score of 3.6/10. Consider visiting during February, March, April, October, November instead for better conditions.
For June in Houston, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 32°C (89°F) and 14 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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