Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score7.7 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: April and March.
Best SeasonSpring
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Surfside Beach are February, April and March. 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.
Surfside Beach is a nature in Texas’s Gulf Coast 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, FREEPORT 2 NW, located approximately 6.3 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score7.7Good
Compare all 12 months for Surfside Beach using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.9Great
Rain6.8Fair
Crowds6.3Fair
Value7.9Good
Comfort9.9Excellent
Outdoors8.8Great
Seasonal Appeal7.0Good
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary8.9 / 10
Least RainFebruary6.8 / 10
Lowest CrowdsJanuary6.5 / 10
Best ValueJanuary7.9 / 10
FamiliesFebruary9.7 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.6 / 10
SoloFebruary9.1 / 10
RomanticFebruary9.4 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.4 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary8.8 / 10
SightseeingFebruary9.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayLess Ideal
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGood
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysGreat
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysGreat
1 Week+Good
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Surfside Beach in February
7.7 / 10 Good
February in Surfside Beach is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.2°F and low near 50.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.44 inches across 8.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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.
Weather8.9
Rain6.8
Crowds6.3
Value7.9
Comfort9.9
Outdoors8.8
Seasonal Appeal7.0
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 67.20°F
- Average Low
- 50.10°F
- Rainfall
- 2.44 in
- Rainy Days
- 8.20
- Humidity
- 82.00%
- Daylight
- 11.10 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.3 | 8.5 | 5.4 | Moderate | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| February | 7.7 | 8.9 | 6.8 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| March | 7.4 | 8.9 | 6.7 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| April | 7.7 | 8.8 | 6.8 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| May | 7.5 | 8.6 | 6.1 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| June | 6.7 | 7.4 | 5.2 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| July | 6.6 | 7.0 | 5.5 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| August | 6.6 | 6.8 | 5.0 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| September | 6.4 | 6.9 | 3.2 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| October | 7.4 | 8.6 | 5.7 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| November | 7.3 | 8.4 | 5.3 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
| December | 7.1 | 8.5 | 5.5 | Busy | $$ | Families, Couples, Relaxing trips |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February7.7
- 2April7.7
- 3May7.5
- 4March7.4
- 5October7.4
- 6January7.3
- 7November7.3
- 8December7.1
- 9June6.7
- 10August6.6
- 11July6.6
- 12September6.4
GoodFebruary · April · May · March · October · January · November · December
FairJune · August · July · September
Season Overview
Spring
7.5 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
6.6 / 10June is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.0 / 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
Families9.7 / 10
Couples9.6 / 10
Solo9.1 / 10
Romantic9.4 / 10
Relaxing9.4 / 10
Outdoors8.8 / 10
Sightseeing9.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanModerateFebBusyMarBusyAprBusyMayBusyJunBusyJulBusyAugBusySepBusyOctBusyNovBusyDecBusy
January in Surfside Beach
64.10° / 46.20°F 4.02 in Light crowds $$
January in Surfside Beach is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 64.1°F and low near 46.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.02 inches across 9.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 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.
February in Surfside Beach
67.20° / 50.10°F 2.44 in Moderate crowds $$
February in Surfside Beach is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.2°F and low near 50.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.44 inches across 8.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 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.
March in Surfside Beach
72.70° / 56.30°F 2.91 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Surfside Beach is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 72.7°F and low near 56.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.91 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 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.
April in Surfside Beach
78.10° / 62.80°F 2.87 in Moderate crowds $$
April in Surfside Beach is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.1°F and low near 62.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.87 inches across 6.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 8.8/10 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.
May in Surfside Beach
84.20° / 70.60°F 3.87 in Moderate crowds $$
May in Surfside Beach is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.2°F and low near 70.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.87 inches across 6.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 8.6/10 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 Surfside Beach
89.70° / 76.40°F 4.74 in Moderate crowds $$
June in Surfside Beach is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.7°F and low near 76.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.74 inches across 7.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 7.4/10 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.
July in Surfside Beach
91.50° / 78.30°F 4.18 in Moderate crowds $$
July in Surfside Beach is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.5°F and low near 78.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.18 inches across 8.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 7.0/10 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.
August in Surfside Beach
92.00° / 78.10°F 4.98 in Moderate crowds $$
August in Surfside Beach is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.0°F and low near 78.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.98 inches across 7.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 6.8/10 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.
September in Surfside Beach
89.00° / 73.40°F 7.06 in Moderate crowds $$
September in Surfside Beach is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.0°F and low near 73.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 7.06 inches across 9.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 6.9/10 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.
October in Surfside Beach
82.50° / 65.30°F 4.37 in Moderate crowds $$
October in Surfside Beach is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.5°F and low near 65.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.37 inches across 6.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 8.6/10 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 Surfside Beach
73.60° / 55.00°F 4.69 in Moderate crowds $$
November in Surfside Beach is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 73.6°F and low near 55.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.69 inches across 7.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 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.
December in Surfside Beach
66.90° / 48.70°F 3.80 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Surfside Beach is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.9°F and low near 48.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.80 inches across 9.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, couples, relaxing trips, 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 8.5/10 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/things-to-do/ | Coordinates: Official destination location; catalog reference coordinate | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00413340 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00413340.csv, nearest complete station 6.3 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:HCSNApano2wiki.jpg (CC BY 4.0; Ydoc87 Cody Ely) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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