Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score7.8 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: March and April.
Best SeasonSpring
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Santa Fe are February, March 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.
Santa Fe is a small town in Texas’s Gulf Coast 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, HOUSTON NWSO, located approximately 5.9 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score7.8Good
Compare all 12 months for Santa Fe using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.7Great
Rain6.2Fair
Crowds7.0Good
Value8.3Great
Comfort9.9Excellent
Outdoors8.6Great
Seasonal Appeal7.9Good
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary8.7 / 10
Least RainFebruary6.2 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.7 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesFebruary9.6 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.5 / 10
SoloFebruary9.0 / 10
RomanticFebruary9.3 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.3 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary8.6 / 10
SightseeingFebruary9.8 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Santa Fe in February
7.8 / 10 Good
February in Santa Fe is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.4°F and low near 49.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.02 inches across 9.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather8.7
Rain6.2
Crowds7.0
Value8.3
Comfort9.9
Outdoors8.6
Seasonal Appeal7.9
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 67.40°F
- Average Low
- 49.80°F
- Rainfall
- 3.02 in
- Rainy Days
- 9.10
- Humidity
- 83.20%
- Daylight
- 11.10 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.4 | 8.2 | 4.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 7.8 | 8.7 | 6.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.6 | 8.7 | 6.1 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 7.6 | 8.4 | 5.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.5 | 8.3 | 5.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 6.5 | 6.8 | 3.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 6.8 | 6.9 | 5.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 6.5 | 6.3 | 3.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 6.7 | 7.0 | 2.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.4 | 8.1 | 4.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 7.6 | 8.4 | 5.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.3 | 8.3 | 4.8 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February7.8
- 2April7.6
- 3November7.6
- 4March7.6
- 5May7.5
- 6January7.4
- 7October7.4
- 8December7.3
- 9July6.8
- 10September6.7
- 11June6.5
- 12August6.5
GoodFebruary · April · November · March · May · January · October · December
FairJuly · September · June · August
Season Overview
Spring
7.6 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
6.6 / 10July is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.2 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
7.5 / 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 Santa Fe
63.80° / 45.70°F 4.80 in Light crowds $$
January in Santa Fe is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.8°F and low near 45.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.80 inches across 10.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 Santa Fe
67.40° / 49.80°F 3.02 in Light crowds $$
February in Santa Fe is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.4°F and low near 49.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.02 inches across 9.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 February 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.
March in Santa Fe
73.00° / 55.60°F 3.30 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Santa Fe is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 73.0°F and low near 55.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.30 inches across 8.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 8.7/10 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 Santa Fe
78.40° / 61.30°F 4.22 in Light crowds $$
April in Santa Fe is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.4°F and low near 61.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.22 inches across 7.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 8.4/10 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 Santa Fe
85.00° / 69.10°F 5.12 in Light crowds $$
May in Santa Fe is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 85.0°F and low near 69.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 5.12 inches across 7.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Santa Fe
90.00° / 74.70°F 6.54 in Light crowds $$
June in Santa Fe is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.0°F and low near 74.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 6.54 inches across 10.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 June for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 6.8/10 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.
July in Santa Fe
91.80° / 76.00°F 4.36 in Light crowds $$
July in Santa Fe is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.8°F and low near 76.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.36 inches across 9.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 July for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 6.9/10 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.
August in Santa Fe
92.30° / 75.90°F 6.64 in Light crowds $$
August in Santa Fe is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.3°F and low near 75.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 6.64 inches across 10.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 August for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 6.3/10 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 Santa Fe
88.40° / 71.80°F 7.34 in Light crowds $$
September in Santa Fe is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.4°F and low near 71.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 7.34 inches across 10.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – 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 7.0/10 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.
October in Santa Fe
81.70° / 62.60°F 5.79 in Light crowds $$
October in Santa Fe is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 81.7°F and low near 62.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 5.79 inches across 7.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 October 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.
November in Santa Fe
72.50° / 53.40°F 4.54 in Light crowds $$
November in Santa Fe is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 72.5°F and low near 53.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.54 inches across 7.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Santa Fe
65.80° / 47.40°F 4.53 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Santa Fe is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.8°F and low near 47.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.53 inches across 10.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 8.3/10 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 4865726 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00414333 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00414333.csv, nearest complete station 5.9 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:Santa_Fe_Texas_Post_Office.png (CC BY-SA 3.0; Nsaum75) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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