Best MonthOctober
TExplore Score7.7 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: October; strong alternatives: May and April.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for San Augustine are October, May and April. 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.
San Augustine 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, SAN AUGUSTINE, located approximately 0.9 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 San Augustine using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
October Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.6Great
Rain5.5Less Ideal
Crowds6.8Fair
Value8.1Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.5Great
Seasonal Appeal8.9Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherOctober8.6 / 10
Least RainJuly6.4 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.6 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesOctober9.6 / 10
CouplesOctober9.5 / 10
SoloOctober9.0 / 10
RomanticOctober9.3 / 10
RelaxingOctober9.3 / 10
OutdoorsOctober8.5 / 10
SightseeingOctober9.8 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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San Augustine in October
7.7 / 10 Good
October in San Augustine is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.5°F and low near 53.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.75 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather8.6
Rain5.5
Crowds6.8
Value8.1
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.5
Seasonal Appeal8.9
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 79.50°F
- Average Low
- 53.40°F
- Rainfall
- 4.75 in
- Rainy Days
- 6.00
- Humidity
- 74.90%
- Daylight
- 11.30 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.4 | 8.1 | 4.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 7.5 | 8.3 | 4.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.3 | 8.3 | 4.8 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 7.7 | 8.5 | 5.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.7 | 8.5 | 5.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.1 | 7.7 | 5.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.2 | 7.4 | 6.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.1 | 7.0 | 5.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.7 | 8.3 | 5.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.7 | 8.6 | 5.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 7.6 | 8.4 | 5.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.1 | 8.0 | 4.5 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1October7.7
- 2May7.7
- 3April7.7
- 4September7.7
- 5November7.6
- 6February7.5
- 7January7.4
- 8March7.3
- 9July7.2
- 10August7.1
- 11December7.1
- 12June7.1
GoodOctober · May · April · September · November · February · January · March · July · August · December · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.5 / 10May is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.1 / 10July 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
7.3 / 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 San Augustine
59.50° / 35.40°F 4.95 in Light crowds $$
January in San Augustine is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.5°F and low near 35.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.95 inches across 9.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.1/10 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 San Augustine
63.20° / 39.00°F 5.11 in Light crowds $$
February in San Augustine is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.2°F and low near 39.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 5.11 inches across 8.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 8.3/10 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.
March in San Augustine
70.20° / 45.30°F 5.22 in Moderate crowds $$
March in San Augustine is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 70.2°F and low near 45.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 5.22 inches across 8.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 8.3/10 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 San Augustine
76.90° / 52.50°F 4.65 in Light crowds $$
April in San Augustine is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.9°F and low near 52.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.65 inches across 7.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 San Augustine
84.00° / 60.90°F 4.30 in Light crowds $$
May in San Augustine is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.0°F and low near 60.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.30 inches across 7.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 May 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.
June in San Augustine
90.30° / 67.70°F 4.80 in Light crowds $$
June in San Augustine is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.3°F and low near 67.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.80 inches across 8.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 June for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.7/10 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.
July in San Augustine
93.50° / 70.40°F 3.22 in Light crowds $$
July in San Augustine is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.5°F and low near 70.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.22 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 July for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.4/10 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 San Augustine
94.40° / 69.90°F 4.28 in Light crowds $$
August in San Augustine is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.4°F and low near 69.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.28 inches across 6.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 August for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.0/10 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 Augustine
88.50° / 64.30°F 4.18 in Light crowds $$
September in San Augustine is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.5°F and low near 64.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.18 inches across 6.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 8.3/10 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.
October in San Augustine
79.50° / 53.40°F 4.75 in Light crowds $$
October in San Augustine is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.5°F and low near 53.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.75 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 San Augustine
69.70° / 43.50°F 4.70 in Light crowds $$
November in San Augustine is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.7°F and low near 43.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.70 inches across 7.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 San Augustine
61.00° / 36.50°F 5.40 in Moderate crowds $$
December in San Augustine is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.0°F and low near 36.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 5.40 inches across 8.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 December for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.0/10 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.
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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 4865024 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00417951 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00417951.csv, nearest complete station 0.9 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:Imogene_Cafe_San_Augustine_(1_of_1).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Renelibrary) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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