Best MonthNovember
TExplore Score7.6 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: November and October.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal Trip3 Days
The strongest overall windows for Amarillo are April, November and October. April leads this dataset's balance of weather, rain, comfort, crowds, value and seasonal appeal. Travelers with different priorities should compare the full month table before booking.
Amarillo is a city in Texas’s Panhandle Plains tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing sightseeing, urban exploring, history, seasonal events across the year. This guide evaluates every month with one consistent framework covering temperature, precipitation, humidity, daylight, comfort, outdoor suitability, expected demand, relative cost and traveler fit. Climate values use the nearest complete NOAA 1991–2020 monthly-normal station, AMARILLO, located approximately 7.2 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score7.6Good
Compare all 12 months for Amarillo using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
November Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.3Excellent
Rain8.8Great
Crowds4.7Less Ideal
Value5.9Less Ideal
Comfort9.6Excellent
Outdoors9.3Excellent
Seasonal Appeal8.9Great
Cost$$$Higher
Best Time For
Best WeatherApril9.4 / 10
Least RainFebruary8.9 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust5.3 / 10
Best ValueJanuary6.1 / 10
FamiliesMarch9.0 / 10
CouplesMarch8.9 / 10
SoloMarch9.7 / 10
RomanticMarch8.6 / 10
RelaxingMarch8.0 / 10
OutdoorsApril9.3 / 10
SightseeingMarch10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayLess Ideal
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGood
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysExcellent
WeekendGreat
4–5 DaysGreat
1 Week+Good
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: 3 Days
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Amarillo in November
7.6 / 10 Good
November in Amarillo is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.3°F and low near 33.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.75 inches across 3.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Weather9.3
Rain8.8
Crowds4.7
Value5.9
Comfort9.6
Outdoors9.3
Seasonal Appeal8.9
Cost$$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 61.30°F
- Average Low
- 33.50°F
- Rainfall
- 0.75 in
- Rainy Days
- 3.80
- Humidity
- 54.40%
- Daylight
- 10.30 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $$$ – Higher-priced
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.2 | 8.3 | 8.8 | Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| February | 7.4 | 8.8 | 8.9 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| March | 7.2 | 9.2 | 8.1 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| April | 7.5 | 9.4 | 8.0 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| May | 7.2 | 9.1 | 7.1 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| June | 6.6 | 8.3 | 6.5 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| July | 6.5 | 7.8 | 6.6 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| August | 6.8 | 8.1 | 6.5 | Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| September | 7.4 | 9.3 | 7.7 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| October | 7.5 | 9.3 | 7.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| November | 7.6 | 9.3 | 8.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| December | 7.0 | 8.3 | 8.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
Best to Worst Months
- 1November7.6
- 2April7.5
- 3October7.5
- 4September7.4
- 5February7.4
- 6May7.2
- 7March7.2
- 8January7.2
- 9December7.0
- 10August6.8
- 11June6.6
- 12July6.5
GoodNovember · April · October · September · February · May · March · January
FairDecember · August · June · July
Season Overview
Spring
7.3 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
6.6 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.5 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
7.2 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.0 / 10
Couples8.9 / 10
Solo9.7 / 10
Romantic8.6 / 10
Relaxing8.0 / 10
Outdoors9.3 / 10
Sightseeing10.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$$Feb$$$Mar$$$Apr$$$May$$$Jun$$$Jul$$$Aug$$$Sep$$$Oct$$$Nov$$$Dec$$$
CrowdsJanBusyFebVery BusyMarVery BusyAprVery BusyMayVery BusyJunVery BusyJulVery BusyAugBusySepVery BusyOctVery BusyNovVery BusyDecVery Busy
January in Amarillo
52.20° / 24.90°F 0.71 in Moderate crowds $$$
January in Amarillo is typically cool, with an average high near 52.2°F and low near 24.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.71 inches across 3.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose January for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 8.3/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
February in Amarillo
56.10° / 27.50°F 0.53 in Moderate crowds $$$
February in Amarillo is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 56.1°F and low near 27.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.53 inches across 4.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose February for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 8.8/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
March in Amarillo
64.80° / 34.80°F 1.27 in Busy $$$
March in Amarillo is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 64.8°F and low near 34.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.27 inches across 5.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Busy and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose March for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 9.2/10 weather score, and busy relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
April in Amarillo
72.40° / 42.50°F 1.45 in Moderate crowds $$$
April in Amarillo is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 72.4°F and low near 42.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.45 inches across 5.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose April for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 9.4/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
May in Amarillo
80.90° / 52.60°F 2.27 in Moderate crowds $$$
May in Amarillo is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 80.9°F and low near 52.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.27 inches across 7.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose May for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 9.1/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
June in Amarillo
89.70° / 62.40°F 2.85 in Busy $$$
June in Amarillo is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.7°F and low near 62.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.85 inches across 7.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Busy and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose June for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 8.3/10 weather score, and busy relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
July in Amarillo
92.90° / 66.40°F 2.82 in Moderate crowds $$$
July in Amarillo is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.9°F and low near 66.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.82 inches across 7.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose July for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 7.8/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
August in Amarillo
91.00° / 65.30°F 2.86 in Moderate crowds $$$
August in Amarillo is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.0°F and low near 65.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.86 inches across 8.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose August for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 8.1/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
September in Amarillo
84.00° / 57.80°F 1.69 in Moderate crowds $$$
September in Amarillo is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.0°F and low near 57.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.69 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose September for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 9.3/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
October in Amarillo
73.00° / 45.40°F 1.75 in Moderate crowds $$$
October in Amarillo is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 73.0°F and low near 45.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.75 inches across 5.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose October for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 9.3/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
November in Amarillo
61.30° / 33.50°F 0.75 in Moderate crowds $$$
November in Amarillo is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.3°F and low near 33.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.75 inches across 3.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose November for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 9.3/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
December in Amarillo
51.90° / 25.70°F 0.71 in Busy $$$
December in Amarillo is typically cool, with an average high near 51.9°F and low near 25.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.71 inches across 4.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Busy and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose December for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 8.3/10 weather score, and busy relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
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How Scores Are Calculated
Data source: Catalog: https://www.traveltexas.com/cities-and-regions/texas-cities/ | Coordinates: 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer GEOID 4803000 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USW00023047 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USW00023047.csv, nearest complete station 7.2 mi | Humidity: NASA POWER 2001-2020 climatology https://power.larc.nasa.gov/api/temporal/climatology/point | Daylight: astronomical calculation at mid-month | Derived scores: TExploreVibe v2 documented methodology | Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Amarillo_Texas_Downtown.jpg (CC BY-SA 3.0; Who What Where Nguyen Why a/k/a Anonymous Cow) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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