Best MonthNovember
TExplore Score8.5 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: November; strong alternatives: January and April.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Cotulla are November, January and April. November 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.
Cotulla is a small town in Texas’s South Texas Plains tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing sightseeing, history, road trip, scenic 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, COTULLA LA SALLE CO AP, located approximately 1.8 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.5Great
Compare all 12 months for Cotulla using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
November Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.5Excellent
Rain8.4Great
Crowds6.7Fair
Value8.2Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.5Excellent
Seasonal Appeal9.2Excellent
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherJanuary9.5 / 10
Least RainNovember8.4 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.6 / 10
Best ValueJanuary8.4 / 10
FamiliesJanuary9.9 / 10
CouplesJanuary9.8 / 10
SoloJanuary9.3 / 10
RomanticJanuary9.6 / 10
RelaxingJanuary9.6 / 10
OutdoorsNovember9.5 / 10
SightseeingJanuary10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
2 DaysGreat
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Cotulla in November
8.5 / 10 Great
November in Cotulla is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.7°F and low near 52.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.15 inches across 4.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Weather9.5
Rain8.4
Crowds6.7
Value8.2
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.5
Seasonal Appeal9.2
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 75.70°F
- Average Low
- 52.40°F
- Rainfall
- 1.15 in
- Rainy Days
- 4.40
- Humidity
- 68.50%
- Daylight
- 10.70 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.5 | 9.5 | 8.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.4 | 9.4 | 8.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 8.1 | 9.3 | 7.9 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 8.4 | 9.4 | 8.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.5 | 7.7 | 6.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.1 | 6.8 | 7.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 6.9 | 6.3 | 7.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.2 | 6.4 | 8.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.4 | 7.3 | 6.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 8.2 | 9.1 | 7.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.5 | 9.5 | 8.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 8.2 | 9.4 | 8.2 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1November8.5
- 2January8.5
- 3April8.4
- 4February8.4
- 5October8.2
- 6December8.2
- 7March8.1
- 8May7.5
- 9September7.4
- 10August7.2
- 11June7.1
- 12July6.9
GreatNovember · January · April · February · October · December · March
GoodMay · September · August · June
FairJuly
Season Overview
Spring
8.0 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.1 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
8.0 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.3 / 10January is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.9 / 10
Couples9.8 / 10
Solo9.3 / 10
Romantic9.6 / 10
Relaxing9.6 / 10
Outdoors9.5 / 10
Sightseeing10.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprModerateMayModerateJunModerateJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctModerateNovModerateDecBusy
January in Cotulla
67.40° / 43.90°F 0.85 in Light crowds $$
January in Cotulla is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.4°F and low near 43.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.85 inches across 6.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 9.5/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
February in Cotulla
73.60° / 48.30°F 1.26 in Light crowds $$
February in Cotulla is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 73.6°F and low near 48.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.26 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 9.4/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
March in Cotulla
79.70° / 54.80°F 1.57 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Cotulla is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.7°F and low near 54.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.57 inches across 5.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, 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.
April in Cotulla
86.00° / 60.70°F 1.33 in Light crowds $$
April in Cotulla is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 86.0°F and low near 60.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.33 inches across 4.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 9.4/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
May in Cotulla
92.80° / 68.60°F 3.01 in Light crowds $$
May in Cotulla is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.8°F and low near 68.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.01 inches across 6.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 7.7/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
June in Cotulla
97.90° / 73.60°F 2.20 in Light crowds $$
June in Cotulla is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 97.9°F and low near 73.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.20 inches across 4.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 6.8/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
July in Cotulla
99.20° / 74.70°F 2.26 in Light crowds $$
July in Cotulla is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 99.2°F and low near 74.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.26 inches across 5.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 6.3/10 weather score, and light 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 Cotulla
100.30° / 75.00°F 1.67 in Light crowds $$
August in Cotulla is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 100.3°F and low near 75.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.67 inches across 3.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 6.4/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
September in Cotulla
93.90° / 70.80°F 2.98 in Light crowds $$
September in Cotulla is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.9°F and low near 70.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.98 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 7.3/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
October in Cotulla
86.60° / 62.80°F 2.39 in Light crowds $$
October in Cotulla is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 86.6°F and low near 62.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.39 inches across 4.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 9.1/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
November in Cotulla
75.70° / 52.40°F 1.15 in Light crowds $$
November in Cotulla is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.7°F and low near 52.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.15 inches across 4.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, a 9.5/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
December in Cotulla
68.70° / 44.90°F 1.01 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Cotulla is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.7°F and low near 44.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.01 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. 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, history, road trip, 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.
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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 4817216 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USW00012947 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USW00012947.csv, nearest complete station 1.8 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:Downtown_Cotulla2_(1_of_1).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Renelibrary) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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