Lufkin, United States experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 10 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Lufkin, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Lufkin, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Aug At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.2/10
Best: March, April, October, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 26°C / 16°C
Feels Like 27°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 114 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 73%
Wind Speed 15 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Frost Days 2 days
Hottest Month
34°C
August
Avg Low25°C
Rain12days
Coldest Month
6°C
January
Avg High15°C
Rain10days
Driest Month
8days
October
Avg High27°C
Avg Low17°C
Windiest Month
17 km/h
March (Gusts 40)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:15
Daylight 14.2h
Sunset 20:26
Live conditions—
Lufkin on the map · live conditions
Lufkin, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Lufkin
- Population
- 36.3K
- Elevation
- 95 m
- Coordinates
- 31.34°, -94.73°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 12 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 12 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 8 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 10 days/mo
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: 15°C / 6°C . Feb: 18°C / 9°C . Mar: 22°C / 12°C . Apr: 25°C / 15°C . May: 29°C / 20°C . Jun: 32°C / 23°C . Jul: 34°C / 25°C . Aug: 34°C / 25°C . Sep: 31°C / 22°C . Oct: 27°C / 17°C . Nov: 21°C / 12°C . Dec: 17°C / 9°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 130 mm. Feb: 107 mm. Mar: 112 mm. Apr: 163 mm. May: 163 mm. Jun: 105 mm. Jul: 89 mm. Aug: 135 mm. Sep: 91 mm. Oct: 79 mm. Nov: 82 mm. Dec: 116 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 73%. Feb: 77%. Mar: 74%. Apr: 74%. May: 77%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 72%. Aug: 69%. Sep: 71%. Oct: 68%. Nov: 73%. Dec: 76%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 16 km/h . Feb: 17 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 17 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 14 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 14 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 7h. Feb: 6h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 6h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 17 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 34°C | Aug · 34°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 4°C | Jan · 6°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 238 mm | Apr · 163 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 19 km/h | Mar · 17 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Good March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Fair 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 | 15°C / 6°C | 13°C / 3°C | 10days (130 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 73% Muggy | 3.5 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| February | 18°C / 9°C | 17°C / 6°C | 10days (107 mm) Wet | 6.2h Fair | 77% Humid | 4.4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March best | 22°C / 12°C | 22°C / 11°C | 10days (112 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 74% Muggy | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 25°C / 15°C | 26°C / 14°C | 12days (163 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 74% Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 20°C | 32°C / 21°C | 13days (163 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 77% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 32°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 12days (105 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 34°C / 25°C | 39°C / 29°C | 11days (89 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| August | 34°C / 25°C | 39°C / 29°C | 12days (135 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 9days (91 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 17°C | 28°C / 17°C | 8days (79 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 68% Muggy | 5.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 21°C / 12°C | 21°C / 10°C | 8days (82 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 73% Muggy | 4.2 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 17°C / 9°C | 16°C / 7°C | 9days (116 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 76% Humid | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Lufkin are March, April, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Lufkin, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Lufkin is August, with average daytime highs of 34°C (94°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Lufkin is January, with average overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Lufkin is April, averaging 163mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Lufkin runs through May, April, June, August, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Lufkin.
Lufkin receives approximately 106 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Lufkin.
The least favorable months to visit Lufkin are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider March, April, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Lufkin is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Lufkin is 73%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Lufkin rarely sees significant snowfall but does experience frost, averaging 2 frost days during the colder months.
Average wind speeds in Lufkin are 15 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 17 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Lufkin averages 6 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 54%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Lufkin is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Lufkin 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 Lufkin ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 27°C (81°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 Lufkin, with a climate score of 4.6/10. Consider visiting during March, April, October, November instead for better conditions.
For June in Lufkin, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 32°C (90°F) and 12 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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