Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score8.2 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: November and April.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Goliad are February, November and April. February 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.
Goliad 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, GOLIAD, located approximately 0.8 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.2Great
Compare all 12 months for Goliad using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.2Excellent
Rain7.5Good
Crowds7.0Good
Value8.3Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.2Excellent
Seasonal Appeal8.2Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary9.2 / 10
Least RainFebruary7.5 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.6 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesFebruary9.8 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.7 / 10
SoloFebruary9.2 / 10
RomanticFebruary9.5 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.5 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary9.2 / 10
SightseeingFebruary10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Goliad in February
8.2 / 10 Great
February in Goliad is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.6°F and low near 47.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.73 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather9.2
Rain7.5
Crowds7.0
Value8.3
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.2
Seasonal Appeal8.2
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 69.60°F
- Average Low
- 47.00°F
- Rainfall
- 1.73 in
- Rainy Days
- 6.90
- Humidity
- 74.50%
- Daylight
- 11.10 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.0 | 9.0 | 6.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.2 | 9.2 | 7.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.8 | 9.0 | 6.9 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 8.2 | 9.1 | 7.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.7 | 8.5 | 5.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.1 | 7.5 | 5.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.1 | 7.1 | 6.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.2 | 6.8 | 6.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.2 | 7.4 | 5.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.9 | 8.8 | 6.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.2 | 9.1 | 7.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.9 | 9.1 | 7.3 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February8.2
- 2November8.2
- 3April8.2
- 4January8.0
- 5December7.9
- 6October7.9
- 7March7.8
- 8May7.7
- 9September7.2
- 10August7.2
- 11June7.1
- 12July7.1
GreatFebruary · November · April · January
GoodDecember · October · March · May · September · August · June · July
Season Overview
Spring
7.9 / 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
7.8 / 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 Goliad
65.60° / 43.30°F 2.71 in Light crowds $$
January in Goliad is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.6°F and low near 43.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.71 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.0/10 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 Goliad
69.60° / 47.00°F 1.73 in Light crowds $$
February in Goliad is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.6°F and low near 47.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.73 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 February 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.
March in Goliad
75.10° / 53.40°F 2.74 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Goliad is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.1°F and low near 53.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.74 inches across 6.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 Goliad
81.10° / 60.40°F 2.67 in Light crowds $$
April in Goliad is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 81.1°F and low near 60.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.67 inches across 5.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 April 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.
May in Goliad
86.80° / 67.40°F 4.54 in Light crowds $$
May in Goliad is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 86.8°F and low near 67.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.54 inches across 5.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 May for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.5/10 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.
June in Goliad
91.60° / 72.50°F 3.90 in Light crowds $$
June in Goliad is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.6°F and low near 72.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.90 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 7.5/10 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.
July in Goliad
94.70° / 73.80°F 2.95 in Light crowds $$
July in Goliad is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.7°F and low near 73.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.95 inches across 6.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 July for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.1/10 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 Goliad
96.10° / 73.80°F 3.41 in Light crowds $$
August in Goliad is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 96.1°F and low near 73.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.41 inches across 5.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 August 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.
September in Goliad
90.90° / 70.10°F 4.69 in Light crowds $$
September in Goliad is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.9°F and low near 70.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.69 inches across 8.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 7.4/10 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.
October in Goliad
84.30° / 60.90°F 3.41 in Light crowds $$
October in Goliad is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.3°F and low near 60.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.41 inches across 6.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Goliad
74.70° / 51.80°F 2.33 in Light crowds $$
November in Goliad is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 74.7°F and low near 51.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.33 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 November 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.
December in Goliad
67.50° / 44.70°F 2.13 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Goliad is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.5°F and low near 44.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.13 inches across 6.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 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 4830080 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00413618 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00413618.csv, nearest complete station 0.8 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_Goliad_7_(1_of_1).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Renelibrary) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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