Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score8.0 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: November and January.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for San Antonio Missions National Historical Park are February, November and January. 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.
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is a national park in Texas’s South Texas Plains tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing nature, scenic, photography, road trip 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, SAN ANTONIO STINSON MUNI AP, located approximately 1.5 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.0Great
Compare all 12 months for San Antonio Missions National Historical Park using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.3Excellent
Rain7.8Good
Crowds6.0Fair
Value7.7Good
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.3Excellent
Seasonal Appeal8.4Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary9.3 / 10
Least RainJuly7.9 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust6.7 / 10
Best ValueJanuary7.8 / 10
FamiliesJanuary9.0 / 10
CouplesJanuary9.7 / 10
SoloJanuary9.7 / 10
RomanticJanuary8.6 / 10
RelaxingJanuary9.5 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary9.3 / 10
SightseeingJanuary10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayLess Ideal
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysFair
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysGreat
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysExcellent
1 Week+Great
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park in February
8.0 / 10 Great
February in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.2°F and low near 46.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.56 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Weather9.3
Rain7.8
Crowds6.0
Value7.7
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.3
Seasonal Appeal8.4
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 69.20°F
- Average Low
- 46.80°F
- Rainfall
- 1.56 in
- Rainy Days
- 5.80
- Humidity
- 70.00%
- Daylight
- 11.10 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.9 | 9.2 | 7.5 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| February | 8.0 | 9.3 | 7.8 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| March | 7.6 | 9.0 | 7.0 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| April | 7.9 | 9.1 | 7.3 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| May | 7.4 | 8.3 | 5.9 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| June | 6.9 | 7.3 | 6.7 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| July | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.9 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| August | 6.9 | 6.7 | 7.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| September | 7.3 | 7.8 | 6.5 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| October | 7.7 | 8.9 | 6.7 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| November | 7.9 | 9.2 | 7.5 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| December | 7.7 | 9.2 | 7.4 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February8.0
- 2November7.9
- 3January7.9
- 4April7.9
- 5October7.7
- 6December7.7
- 7March7.6
- 8May7.4
- 9September7.3
- 10July7.0
- 11August6.9
- 12June6.9
GreatFebruary
GoodNovember · January · April · October · December · March · May · September
FairJuly · August · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.6 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
6.9 / 10July is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.6 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
7.9 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.0 / 10
Couples9.7 / 10
Solo9.7 / 10
Romantic8.6 / 10
Relaxing9.5 / 10
Outdoors9.3 / 10
Sightseeing10.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanBusyFebBusyMarBusyAprBusyMayBusyJunBusyJulBusyAugModerateSepBusyOctBusyNovBusyDecBusy
January in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
64.70° / 42.30°F 1.79 in Moderate crowds $$
January in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 64.7°F and low near 42.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.79 inches across 6.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose January for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.2/10 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.
February in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
69.20° / 46.80°F 1.56 in Moderate crowds $$
February in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.2°F and low near 46.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.56 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose February for nature, scenic, photography, 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.
March in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
75.30° / 53.60°F 2.43 in Moderate crowds $$
March in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.3°F and low near 53.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.43 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose March for nature, scenic, photography, 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 San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
81.90° / 60.30°F 2.34 in Moderate crowds $$
April in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 81.9°F and low near 60.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.34 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose April for nature, scenic, photography, 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.
May in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
88.10° / 68.20°F 3.88 in Moderate crowds $$
May in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.1°F and low near 68.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.88 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose May for nature, scenic, photography, 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.
June in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
93.60° / 74.00°F 3.17 in Moderate crowds $$
June in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.6°F and low near 74.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.17 inches across 5.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose June for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.3/10 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.
July in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
96.20° / 75.30°F 1.78 in Moderate crowds $$
July in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 96.2°F and low near 75.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.78 inches across 4.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose July for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.1/10 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.
August in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
97.50° / 75.60°F 2.50 in Light crowds $$
August in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 97.5°F and low near 75.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.50 inches across 4.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose August for nature, scenic, photography, a 6.7/10 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 San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
91.30° / 71.20°F 3.15 in Moderate crowds $$
September in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.3°F and low near 71.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.15 inches across 6.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose September for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.8/10 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 San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
83.70° / 61.80°F 3.02 in Moderate crowds $$
October in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 83.7°F and low near 61.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.02 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose October for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.9/10 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 San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
73.30° / 51.10°F 2.01 in Moderate crowds $$
November in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 73.3°F and low near 51.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.01 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose November for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.2/10 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 San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
66.30° / 43.90°F 2.10 in Moderate crowds $$
December in San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.3°F and low near 43.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.10 inches across 6.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose December for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.2/10 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.nps.gov/state/tx/list.htm?program=all | Coordinates: National Park Service unit reference location | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USW00012970 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USW00012970.csv, nearest complete station 1.5 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:Mission_Concepcion_San_Antonio.JPG (CC BY-SA 3.0; Liveon001 ©Travis Witt) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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