Houston Weather Forecast
Houston weather: 84°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in Houston month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60° | 43° | 6,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 70° | 52° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 77° | 59° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 80° | 65° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 85° | 70° | 12,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 89° | 76° | 9,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 91° | 76° | 10,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 95° | 78° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 90° | 74° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 84° | 66° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 74° | 57° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 67° | 51° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Houston
Go in February, March, August, September, October and November. 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, May and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Houston compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Houston.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris County | 0 mi | 71°F | about the same | 71 in |
| Austin-Bergstrom International Airport | 141 mi | 71°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Travis County | 146 mi | 71°F | about the same | 44 in |
| Austin | 146 mi | 71°F | about the same | 44 in |
| Area Code 512 | 146 mi | 71°F | about the same | 44 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Houston?
Houston is a city in Texas. Its coordinates are 29.7604, -95.3698. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Houston right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with clear. Humidity is 65% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Houston?
February, March, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Houston, which has a temperate climate. January, May and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Houston in?
Houston observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 12:32 PM.
How many people live in Houston?
Houston has a population of approximately 2.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Houston?
The closest airports are George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 16 mi away, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 141 mi away and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 238 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Houston?
Popular options include Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.
What places are in Houston?
Houston covers 1 places in this atlas, including George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 12:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
