Best MonthNovember
TExplore Score7.7 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: November; strong alternatives: April and October.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal Trip3 Days
The strongest overall windows for Lubbock are November, April and October. 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.
Lubbock 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, LUBBOCK, located approximately 7.7 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score7.7Good
Compare all 12 months for Lubbock using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
November Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.5Excellent
Rain8.8Great
Crowds4.6Less Ideal
Value5.9Less Ideal
Comfort9.8Excellent
Outdoors9.5Excellent
Seasonal Appeal9.0Excellent
Cost$$$Higher
Best Time For
Best WeatherMarch9.5 / 10
Least RainJanuary8.9 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust5.3 / 10
Best ValueAugust6.1 / 10
FamiliesMarch9.1 / 10
CouplesMarch9.0 / 10
SoloMarch9.8 / 10
RomanticMarch8.7 / 10
RelaxingMarch8.1 / 10
OutdoorsNovember9.5 / 10
SightseeingMarch10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGood
3 DaysExcellent
WeekendGreat
4–5 DaysGreat
1 Week+Good
Sweet Spot: 3 Days
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Lubbock in November
7.7 / 10 Good
November in Lubbock is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.8°F and low near 36.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.80 inches across 3.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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.
Weather9.5
Rain8.8
Crowds4.6
Value5.9
Comfort9.8
Outdoors9.5
Seasonal Appeal9.0
Cost$$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 63.80°F
- Average Low
- 36.30°F
- Rainfall
- 0.80 in
- Rainy Days
- 3.70
- Humidity
- 55.00%
- Daylight
- 10.40 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $$$ – Higher-priced
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.3 | 8.7 | 8.9 | Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| February | 7.5 | 9.1 | 8.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| March | 7.4 | 9.5 | 8.3 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| April | 7.6 | 9.5 | 8.3 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| May | 7.2 | 9.0 | 6.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| June | 6.6 | 8.1 | 6.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| July | 6.6 | 7.8 | 7.5 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| August | 6.9 | 8.1 | 7.6 | Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| September | 7.2 | 9.1 | 7.1 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| October | 7.5 | 9.3 | 7.9 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| November | 7.7 | 9.5 | 8.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| December | 7.1 | 8.7 | 8.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
Best to Worst Months
- 1November7.7
- 2April7.6
- 3February7.5
- 4October7.5
- 5March7.4
- 6January7.3
- 7September7.2
- 8May7.2
- 9December7.1
- 10August6.9
- 11July6.6
- 12June6.6
GoodNovember · April · February · October · March · January · September · May · December
FairAugust · July · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.4 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
6.7 / 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
7.3 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.1 / 10
Couples9.0 / 10
Solo9.8 / 10
Romantic8.7 / 10
Relaxing8.1 / 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$$$Dec$$$
CrowdsJanBusyFebVery BusyMarVery BusyAprVery BusyMayVery BusyJunVery BusyJulVery BusyAugBusySepVery BusyOctVery BusyNovVery BusyDecVery Busy
January in Lubbock
55.00° / 27.20°F 0.65 in Moderate crowds $$$
January in Lubbock is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 55.0°F and low near 27.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.65 inches across 3.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 January for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 8.7/10 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 Lubbock
59.70° / 30.60°F 0.65 in Moderate crowds $$$
February in Lubbock is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.7°F and low near 30.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.65 inches across 4.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 9.1/10 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 Lubbock
67.80° / 38.30°F 1.10 in Busy $$$
March in Lubbock is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.8°F and low near 38.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.10 inches across 4.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Busy and $$$ – 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 9.5/10 weather score, and busy relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Reserve popular lodging, parking or timed entry early because demand can be elevated.
April in Lubbock
76.00° / 46.30°F 1.33 in Moderate crowds $$$
April in Lubbock is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.0°F and low near 46.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.33 inches across 4.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 April for sightseeing, urban exploring, history, a 9.5/10 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 Lubbock
84.20° / 56.70°F 2.69 in Moderate crowds $$$
May in Lubbock is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.2°F and low near 56.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.69 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 9.0/10 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.
June in Lubbock
91.60° / 65.60°F 2.58 in Busy $$$
June in Lubbock is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.6°F and low near 65.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.58 inches across 7.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Busy and $$$ – 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 8.1/10 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 Lubbock
93.40° / 69.00°F 1.96 in Moderate crowds $$$
July in Lubbock is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.4°F and low near 69.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.96 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 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 Lubbock
92.20° / 67.50°F 1.74 in Moderate crowds $$$
August in Lubbock is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.2°F and low near 67.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.74 inches across 6.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 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
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
September in Lubbock
84.90° / 59.80°F 2.55 in Moderate crowds $$$
September in Lubbock is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.9°F and low near 59.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.55 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 9.1/10 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.
October in Lubbock
75.50° / 48.10°F 1.53 in Moderate crowds $$$
October in Lubbock is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.5°F and low near 48.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.53 inches across 5.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 Lubbock
63.80° / 36.30°F 0.80 in Moderate crowds $$$
November in Lubbock is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.8°F and low near 36.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.80 inches across 3.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$$ – 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 9.5/10 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.
December in Lubbock
55.10° / 28.30°F 0.75 in Busy $$$
December in Lubbock is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 55.1°F and low near 28.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.75 inches across 3.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Busy and $$$ – 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 8.7/10 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 4845000 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USW00023042 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USW00023042.csv, nearest complete station 7.7 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:Lubbock_Skyline.jpg (CC0; Noah Puente) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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