Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score8.5 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: November and April.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Mercedes 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.
Mercedes 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, SANTA ROSA 3 WNW, located approximately 8.1 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 Mercedes using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.5Excellent
Rain8.3Great
Crowds6.9Fair
Value8.3Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.4Excellent
Seasonal Appeal8.4Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary9.5 / 10
Least RainFebruary8.3 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.6 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesFebruary9.9 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.8 / 10
SoloFebruary9.3 / 10
RomanticFebruary9.6 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.6 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary9.4 / 10
SightseeingJanuary10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Mercedes in February
8.5 / 10 Great
February in Mercedes is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.7°F and low near 53.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.00 inches across 5.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather9.5
Rain8.3
Crowds6.9
Value8.3
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.4
Seasonal Appeal8.4
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 75.70°F
- Average Low
- 53.20°F
- Rainfall
- 1.00 in
- Rainy Days
- 5.50
- Humidity
- 69.20%
- Daylight
- 11.20 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.3 | 9.3 | 7.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.5 | 9.5 | 8.3 | Moderate | $$ | 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 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 7.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.1 | 7.1 | 7.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.3 | 7.1 | 8.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.3 | 6.8 | 7.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 6.8 | 6.8 | 4.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 8.0 | 8.8 | 7.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.4 | 9.4 | 8.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 8.1 | 9.3 | 7.9 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February8.5
- 2April8.4
- 3November8.4
- 4January8.3
- 5December8.1
- 6March8.1
- 7October8.0
- 8May7.8
- 9August7.3
- 10July7.3
- 11June7.1
- 12September6.8
GreatFebruary · April · November · January · December · March · October
GoodMay · August · July · June
FairSeptember
Season Overview
Spring
8.1 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.2 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.7 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.3 / 10February 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
Outdoors9.4 / 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 Mercedes
71.30° / 48.80°F 1.12 in Light crowds $$
January in Mercedes is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 71.3°F and low near 48.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.12 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.3/10 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 Mercedes
75.70° / 53.20°F 1.00 in Light crowds $$
February in Mercedes is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.7°F and low near 53.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.00 inches across 5.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 February 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.
March in Mercedes
80.90° / 58.40°F 1.40 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Mercedes is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 80.9°F and low near 58.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.40 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 Mercedes
86.40° / 64.20°F 1.39 in Light crowds $$
April in Mercedes is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 86.4°F and low near 64.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.39 inches across 4.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Mercedes
90.60° / 70.80°F 2.48 in Light crowds $$
May in Mercedes is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.6°F and low near 70.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.48 inches across 4.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 May for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.2/10 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.
June in Mercedes
94.90° / 74.70°F 2.88 in Light crowds $$
June in Mercedes is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.9°F and low near 74.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.88 inches across 5.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 June 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.
July in Mercedes
96.30° / 75.70°F 1.67 in Light crowds $$
July in Mercedes is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 96.3°F and low near 75.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.67 inches across 3.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Mercedes
97.40° / 75.40°F 2.10 in Light crowds $$
August in Mercedes is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 97.4°F and low near 75.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.10 inches across 5.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Mercedes
92.60° / 72.00°F 5.56 in Light crowds $$
September in Mercedes is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.6°F and low near 72.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 5.56 inches across 9.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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.
October in Mercedes
88.00° / 65.20°F 2.66 in Light crowds $$
October in Mercedes is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.0°F and low near 65.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.66 inches across 6.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Mercedes
79.70° / 57.00°F 1.23 in Light crowds $$
November in Mercedes is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.7°F and low near 57.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.23 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 9.4/10 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.
December in Mercedes
72.90° / 50.20°F 1.12 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Mercedes is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 72.9°F and low near 50.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.12 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 9.3/10 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.
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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 4847700 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00418059 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00418059.csv, nearest complete station 8.1 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:Mercedes_historic_downtown.jpg (CC BY-SA 3.0; Akissforme) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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