Best MonthNovember
TExplore Score7.8 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: November; strong alternatives: February and April.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Mount Vernon are November, February 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.
Mount Vernon is a small town in Texas’s Prairies & Lakes 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, MT VERNON, located approximately 1.3 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score7.8Good
Compare all 12 months for Mount Vernon using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
November Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.7Great
Rain5.9Less Ideal
Crowds6.8Fair
Value8.1Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.6Great
Seasonal Appeal8.7Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherNovember8.7 / 10
Least RainAugust6.7 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.5 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesFebruary9.6 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.5 / 10
SoloFebruary9.0 / 10
RomanticFebruary9.3 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.3 / 10
OutdoorsNovember8.6 / 10
SightseeingFebruary9.8 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Mount Vernon in November
7.8 / 10 Good
November in Mount Vernon is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.8°F and low near 43.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.86 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather8.7
Rain5.9
Crowds6.8
Value8.1
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.6
Seasonal Appeal8.7
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 65.80°F
- Average Low
- 43.80°F
- Rainfall
- 3.86 in
- Rainy Days
- 7.10
- Humidity
- 74.90%
- Daylight
- 10.40 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.6 | 8.2 | 6.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 7.7 | 8.6 | 5.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.4 | 8.4 | 5.1 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 7.7 | 8.5 | 5.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.4 | 8.2 | 4.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.2 | 7.8 | 5.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.1 | 7.2 | 6.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.3 | 7.2 | 6.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.8 | 8.5 | 6.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.6 | 8.5 | 5.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 7.8 | 8.7 | 5.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.3 | 8.3 | 5.2 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1November7.8
- 2September7.8
- 3February7.7
- 4April7.7
- 5October7.6
- 6January7.6
- 7May7.4
- 8March7.4
- 9August7.3
- 10December7.3
- 11June7.2
- 12July7.1
GoodNovember · September · February · April · October · January · May · March · August · December · June · July
Season Overview
Spring
7.5 / 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
7.6 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.6 / 10
Couples9.5 / 10
Solo9.0 / 10
Romantic9.3 / 10
Relaxing9.3 / 10
Outdoors8.6 / 10
Sightseeing9.8 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprModerateMayModerateJunModerateJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctModerateNovModerateDecBusy
January in Mount Vernon
55.60° / 34.20°F 3.41 in Light crowds $$
January in Mount Vernon is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 55.6°F and low near 34.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.41 inches across 8.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.2/10 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 Mount Vernon
60.20° / 37.70°F 3.73 in Light crowds $$
February in Mount Vernon is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 60.2°F and low near 37.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.73 inches across 8.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 February 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.
March in Mount Vernon
68.10° / 44.50°F 4.52 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Mount Vernon is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.1°F and low near 44.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.52 inches across 8.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 8.4/10 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.
April in Mount Vernon
75.50° / 51.80°F 4.13 in Light crowds $$
April in Mount Vernon is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.5°F and low near 51.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.13 inches across 7.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 April 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.
May in Mount Vernon
82.20° / 61.40°F 5.07 in Light crowds $$
May in Mount Vernon is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.2°F and low near 61.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 5.07 inches across 9.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Mount Vernon
90.00° / 69.40°F 4.17 in Light crowds $$
June in Mount Vernon is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.0°F and low near 69.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.17 inches across 7.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 June for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.8/10 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.
July in Mount Vernon
94.30° / 72.80°F 3.18 in Light crowds $$
July in Mount Vernon is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.3°F and low near 72.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.18 inches across 5.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 7.2/10 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 Mount Vernon
94.60° / 71.90°F 3.10 in Light crowds $$
August in Mount Vernon is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.6°F and low near 71.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.10 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 August for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.2/10 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 Mount Vernon
88.20° / 64.70°F 3.58 in Light crowds $$
September in Mount Vernon is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.2°F and low near 64.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.58 inches across 6.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 September 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.
October in Mount Vernon
77.30° / 53.80°F 4.74 in Light crowds $$
October in Mount Vernon is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 77.3°F and low near 53.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.74 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 October 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.
November in Mount Vernon
65.80° / 43.80°F 3.86 in Light crowds $$
November in Mount Vernon is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.8°F and low near 43.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.86 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 November for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.7/10 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 Mount Vernon
57.60° / 36.10°F 4.70 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Mount Vernon is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.6°F and low near 36.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.70 inches across 8.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 December for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.3/10 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 4849860 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00416119 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00416119.csv, nearest complete station 1.3 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:Mount_Vernon_May_2018_26_(Houston_Street).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Michael Barera) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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