Best MonthApril
TExplore Score8.2 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: November and February.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Goldthwaite are April, November and February. 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.
Goldthwaite is a small town in Texas’s Hill Country 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, GOLDTHWAITE 1 WSW, located approximately 1.2 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.2Great
Compare all 12 months for Goldthwaite using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
April Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.2Excellent
Rain7.4Good
Crowds6.5Fair
Value8.0Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.1Excellent
Seasonal Appeal10.0Excellent
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherApril9.2 / 10
Least RainJuly7.9 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.4 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesApril9.8 / 10
CouplesApril9.7 / 10
SoloApril9.2 / 10
RomanticApril9.5 / 10
RelaxingApril9.5 / 10
OutdoorsNovember9.2 / 10
SightseeingApril10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Goldthwaite in April
8.2 / 10 Great
April in Goldthwaite is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.2°F and low near 52.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.23 inches across 5.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather9.2
Rain7.4
Crowds6.5
Value8.0
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.1
Seasonal Appeal10.0
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 76.20°F
- Average Low
- 52.60°F
- Rainfall
- 2.23 in
- Rainy Days
- 5.50
- Humidity
- 63.00%
- Daylight
- 12.90 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.1 | 8.9 | 7.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.2 | 9.1 | 7.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.9 | 9.0 | 7.0 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 8.2 | 9.2 | 7.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.7 | 8.6 | 5.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.3 | 8.1 | 5.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.6 | 8.0 | 7.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 8.1 | 8.9 | 7.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.9 | 8.8 | 6.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.2 | 9.2 | 7.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 8.0 | 9.1 | 7.8 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1April8.2
- 2November8.2
- 3February8.2
- 4January8.1
- 5September8.1
- 6December8.0
- 7October7.9
- 8March7.9
- 9May7.7
- 10August7.7
- 11July7.6
- 12June7.3
GreatApril · November · February · January · September · December
GoodOctober · March · May · August · July · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.9 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.5 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
8.1 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.1 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.8 / 10
Couples9.7 / 10
Solo9.2 / 10
Romantic9.5 / 10
Relaxing9.5 / 10
Outdoors9.2 / 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 Goldthwaite
58.00° / 33.00°F 1.70 in Light crowds $$
January in Goldthwaite is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 58.0°F and low near 33.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.70 inches across 5.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.9/10 weather score, and light 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 Goldthwaite
61.70° / 37.40°F 2.23 in Light crowds $$
February in Goldthwaite is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.7°F and low near 37.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.23 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 9.1/10 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.
March in Goldthwaite
68.90° / 44.50°F 2.42 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Goldthwaite is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.9°F and low near 44.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.42 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 9.0/10 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 Goldthwaite
76.20° / 52.60°F 2.23 in Light crowds $$
April in Goldthwaite is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.2°F and low near 52.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.23 inches across 5.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 April for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.2/10 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 Goldthwaite
82.50° / 61.30°F 4.21 in Light crowds $$
May in Goldthwaite is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.5°F and low near 61.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.21 inches across 7.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 8.6/10 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.
June in Goldthwaite
89.10° / 68.30°F 4.16 in Light crowds $$
June in Goldthwaite is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.1°F and low near 68.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.16 inches across 6.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 June for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.1/10 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.
July in Goldthwaite
92.90° / 70.70°F 1.82 in Light crowds $$
July in Goldthwaite is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.9°F and low near 70.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.82 inches across 4.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 8.0/10 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 Goldthwaite
93.30° / 70.90°F 2.01 in Light crowds $$
August in Goldthwaite is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.3°F and low near 70.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.01 inches across 5.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 7.8/10 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.
September in Goldthwaite
87.40° / 65.10°F 2.51 in Light crowds $$
September in Goldthwaite is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.4°F and low near 65.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.51 inches across 5.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 September for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.9/10 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.
October in Goldthwaite
78.00° / 54.70°F 3.49 in Light crowds $$
October in Goldthwaite is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.0°F and low near 54.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.49 inches across 5.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 October for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.8/10 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 Goldthwaite
67.10° / 43.80°F 2.06 in Light crowds $$
November in Goldthwaite is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.1°F and low near 43.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.06 inches across 5.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 November for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.2/10 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 Goldthwaite
59.30° / 35.40°F 1.60 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Goldthwaite is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.3°F and low near 35.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.60 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 9.1/10 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.
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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 4830056 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00413614 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00413614.csv, nearest complete station 1.2 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:Another_look_at_downtown_Goldthwaite_IMG_0782.JPG (CC BY-SA 3.0; The original uploader was Billy Hathorn at English Wikipedia .) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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