Best MonthApril
TExplore Score8.4 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: October and November.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Tulia are April, October and November. April 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.
Tulia is a small town in Texas’s Panhandle Plains 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, TULIA, located approximately 3.2 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.4Great
Compare all 12 months for Tulia using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
April Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.4Excellent
Rain8.1Great
Crowds6.6Fair
Value8.1Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.4Excellent
Seasonal Appeal9.4Excellent
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherApril9.4 / 10
Least RainJanuary9.0 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.3 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesApril9.8 / 10
CouplesApril9.7 / 10
SoloApril9.2 / 10
RomanticApril9.5 / 10
RelaxingApril9.5 / 10
OutdoorsApril9.4 / 10
SightseeingApril10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Tulia in April
8.4 / 10 Great
April in Tulia is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 71.4°F and low near 40.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.46 inches across 4.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather9.4
Rain8.1
Crowds6.6
Value8.1
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.4
Seasonal Appeal9.4
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 71.40°F
- Average Low
- 40.10°F
- Rainfall
- 1.46 in
- Rainy Days
- 4.90
- Humidity
- 43.70%
- Daylight
- 13.00 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.0 | 8.0 | 9.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 8.1 | 9.1 | 8.2 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 8.4 | 9.4 | 8.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 8.1 | 9.0 | 6.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.6 | 8.5 | 6.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.6 | 8.3 | 7.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.8 | 8.4 | 6.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 8.2 | 9.2 | 7.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 8.3 | 9.3 | 7.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.4 | 9.1 | 8.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.8 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1April8.4
- 2November8.4
- 3October8.3
- 4September8.2
- 5February8.2
- 6March8.1
- 7May8.1
- 8January8.0
- 9August7.8
- 10December7.8
- 11June7.6
- 12July7.6
GreatApril · November · October · September · February · March · May
GoodJanuary · August · December · June · July
Season Overview
Spring
8.2 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.6 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
8.3 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.0 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.8 / 10
Couples9.7 / 10
Solo9.2 / 10
Romantic9.5 / 10
Relaxing9.5 / 10
Outdoors9.4 / 10
Sightseeing10.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprModerateMayModerateJunModerateJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctModerateNovModerateDecBusy
January in Tulia
51.10° / 22.70°F 0.70 in Light crowds $$
January in Tulia is typically cool, with an average high near 51.1°F and low near 22.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.70 inches across 2.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.0/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
February in Tulia
55.00° / 25.60°F 0.69 in Light crowds $$
February in Tulia is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 55.0°F and low near 25.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.69 inches across 3.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 February for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.5/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
March in Tulia
63.30° / 32.60°F 1.36 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Tulia is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.3°F and low near 32.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.36 inches across 4.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, 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 9.1/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
April in Tulia
71.40° / 40.10°F 1.46 in Light crowds $$
April in Tulia is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 71.4°F and low near 40.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.46 inches across 4.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 April for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.4/10 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 Tulia
79.80° / 50.90°F 2.70 in Light crowds $$
May in Tulia is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.8°F and low near 50.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.70 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 May for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.0/10 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 Tulia
88.40° / 61.10°F 2.94 in Light crowds $$
June in Tulia is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.4°F and low near 61.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.94 inches across 7.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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.
July in Tulia
91.10° / 64.90°F 2.41 in Light crowds $$
July in Tulia is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.1°F and low near 64.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.41 inches across 6.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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.
August in Tulia
89.50° / 63.50°F 2.65 in Light crowds $$
August in Tulia is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.5°F and low near 63.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.65 inches across 7.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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.
September in Tulia
82.40° / 56.00°F 1.99 in Light crowds $$
September in Tulia is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.4°F and low near 56.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.99 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 September for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.2/10 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 Tulia
72.30° / 43.90°F 1.91 in Light crowds $$
October in Tulia is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 72.3°F and low near 43.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.91 inches across 5.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 9.3/10 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.
November in Tulia
60.40° / 31.70°F 0.96 in Light crowds $$
November in Tulia is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 60.4°F and low near 31.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.96 inches across 3.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 November for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.1/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
December in Tulia
51.30° / 24.20°F 0.77 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Tulia is typically cool, with an average high near 51.3°F and low near 24.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.77 inches across 3.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, 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 8.1/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
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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 4873868 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00419175 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00419175.csv, nearest complete station 3.2 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:Swisher_County_Tulia.svg (CC BY-SA 3.0; 25or6to4) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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