Best MonthOctober
TExplore Score7.7 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: October; strong alternatives: April and November.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Nacogdoches are October, April and November. October 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.
Nacogdoches is a small town in Texas’s Piney Woods 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, NACOGDOCHES, located approximately 0.6 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 Nacogdoches using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
October Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.6Great
Rain5.6Less Ideal
Crowds6.8Fair
Value8.1Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.5Great
Seasonal Appeal8.9Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherOctober8.6 / 10
Least RainJuly6.6 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.5 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesOctober9.6 / 10
CouplesOctober9.5 / 10
SoloOctober9.0 / 10
RomanticOctober9.3 / 10
RelaxingOctober9.3 / 10
OutdoorsOctober8.5 / 10
SightseeingOctober9.8 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Nacogdoches in October
7.7 / 10 Good
October in Nacogdoches is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.2°F and low near 55.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.34 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather8.6
Rain5.6
Crowds6.8
Value8.1
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.5
Seasonal Appeal8.9
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 78.20°F
- Average Low
- 55.60°F
- Rainfall
- 4.34 in
- Rainy Days
- 6.90
- Humidity
- 74.40%
- Daylight
- 11.30 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.4 | 8.2 | 4.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 7.6 | 8.4 | 5.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.3 | 8.3 | 5.0 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 7.7 | 8.5 | 5.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.5 | 8.3 | 5.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.1 | 7.8 | 5.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.2 | 7.5 | 6.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.3 | 7.2 | 6.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.6 | 8.4 | 5.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.7 | 8.6 | 5.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 7.6 | 8.4 | 5.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.2 | 8.2 | 4.7 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1October7.7
- 2April7.7
- 3September7.6
- 4November7.6
- 5February7.6
- 6May7.5
- 7January7.4
- 8March7.3
- 9August7.3
- 10December7.2
- 11July7.2
- 12June7.1
GoodOctober · April · September · November · February · May · January · March · August · December · July · June
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
7.6 / 10October is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
7.4 / 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
Outdoors8.5 / 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 Nacogdoches
57.70° / 36.40°F 4.46 in Light crowds $$
January in Nacogdoches is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.7°F and low near 36.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.46 inches across 10.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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
Build flexibility into outdoor plans because rain or wet trails may affect access.
February in Nacogdoches
62.30° / 39.70°F 4.21 in Light crowds $$
February in Nacogdoches is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.3°F and low near 39.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.21 inches across 9.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 February for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.4/10 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.
March in Nacogdoches
69.30° / 46.00°F 4.47 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Nacogdoches is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.3°F and low near 46.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.47 inches across 9.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 8.3/10 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 Nacogdoches
76.30° / 53.30°F 4.01 in Light crowds $$
April in Nacogdoches is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.3°F and low near 53.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.01 inches across 8.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Nacogdoches
82.80° / 63.40°F 4.53 in Light crowds $$
May in Nacogdoches is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.8°F and low near 63.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.53 inches across 9.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 May for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.3/10 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.
June in Nacogdoches
89.00° / 71.40°F 4.09 in Light crowds $$
June in Nacogdoches is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.0°F and low near 71.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.09 inches across 9.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Nacogdoches
92.60° / 73.70°F 2.88 in Light crowds $$
July in Nacogdoches is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.6°F and low near 73.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.88 inches across 7.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 7.5/10 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 Nacogdoches
93.30° / 73.10°F 3.66 in Light crowds $$
August in Nacogdoches is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.3°F and low near 73.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.66 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Nacogdoches
87.80° / 66.90°F 4.07 in Light crowds $$
September in Nacogdoches is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.8°F and low near 66.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.07 inches across 7.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 8.4/10 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 Nacogdoches
78.20° / 55.60°F 4.34 in Light crowds $$
October in Nacogdoches is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.2°F and low near 55.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.34 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 October 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.
November in Nacogdoches
67.80° / 44.70°F 4.44 in Light crowds $$
November in Nacogdoches is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.8°F and low near 44.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.44 inches across 8.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 November for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.4/10 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 Nacogdoches
59.50° / 37.50°F 4.78 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Nacogdoches is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.5°F and low near 37.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.78 inches across 10.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 8.2/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Build flexibility into outdoor plans because rain or wet trails may affect access.
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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 4850256 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00416177 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00416177.csv, nearest complete station 0.6 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:Nacogdoches_County_Nacogdoches.svg (CC BY-SA 3.0; 25or6to4) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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