Things to Do in Texas
Top things to do in Texas: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.
Things to do in Texas
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Texas.
National and state parks in Texas
Map of Texas
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Coordinates: 30°16′1.9″N 97°44′35.2″W (30.2672, -97.7431)
Weather in Texas right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:53 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Best time to visit Texas
Go in February, March, August, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, May and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Summary
Texas is a state in United States. Texas is a US state with its capital at Austin. It has a population of about 30.5 million. The capital is Austin.
Right now it is 67°F (20°C) in Texas with overcast. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 65°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 17%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Texas is February, March, August, September, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. January, May and July tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 97°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 40°F.
The closest major airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), about 7 mi away. Nearby highlights include Big Bend National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Enchanted Rock State Natural Area and Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 83°F is 3.6°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Texas today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Texas?
Texas is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 30.2672, -97.7431. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Texas right now?
It is currently 67°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 83% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Texas?
February, March, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Texas, which has a temperate climate. January, May and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Texas in?
Texas observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 9:53 PM.
How many people live in Texas?
Texas has a population of approximately 30.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Texas?
The closest airports are Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 7 mi away, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 145 mi away and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 187 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Texas?
Popular options include Big Bend National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, Palo Duro Canyon State Park and Rio Grande.
What places are in Texas?
Texas covers 13 places in this atlas, including Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Big Bend National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park and Austin.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 9:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
