Best MonthSeptember
TExplore Score7.0 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: September; strong alternatives: April and November.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal Trip3 Days
The strongest overall windows for Tyler are September, April and November. September 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.
Tyler is a city in Texas’s Piney Woods tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing sightseeing, urban exploring, history, seasonal events 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, TYLER, located approximately 1.2 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score7.0Fair
Compare all 12 months for Tyler using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
September Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.6Great
Rain6.5Fair
Crowds4.8Less Ideal
Value5.9Less Ideal
Comfort9.6Excellent
Outdoors8.5Great
Seasonal Appeal8.4Great
Cost$$$Higher
Best Time For
Best WeatherApril8.6 / 10
Least RainJuly6.8 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust5.4 / 10
Best ValueJanuary6.1 / 10
FamiliesApril8.8 / 10
CouplesApril8.7 / 10
SoloApril9.5 / 10
RomanticApril8.4 / 10
RelaxingApril7.8 / 10
OutdoorsApril8.5 / 10
SightseeingApril9.8 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayLess Ideal
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGood
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysExcellent
WeekendGreat
4–5 DaysGreat
1 Week+Good
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: 3 Days
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Tyler in September
7.0 / 10 Fair
September in Tyler is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.6°F and low near 67.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.23 inches across 6.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Weather8.6
Rain6.5
Crowds4.8
Value5.9
Comfort9.6
Outdoors8.5
Seasonal Appeal8.4
Cost$$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 87.60°F
- Average Low
- 67.20°F
- Rainfall
- 3.23 in
- Rainy Days
- 6.50
- Humidity
- 64.50%
- Daylight
- 12.30 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $$$ – Higher-priced
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.8 | 8.5 | 5.5 | Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| February | 6.7 | 8.4 | 5.3 | Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| March | 6.5 | 8.4 | 5.2 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| April | 6.9 | 8.6 | 5.6 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| May | 6.7 | 8.4 | 5.2 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| June | 6.1 | 7.6 | 5.0 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| July | 6.3 | 7.4 | 6.8 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| August | 6.5 | 7.3 | 6.7 | Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| September | 7.0 | 8.6 | 6.5 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| October | 6.8 | 8.5 | 5.3 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| November | 6.9 | 8.6 | 5.7 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
| December | 6.4 | 8.3 | 5.0 | Very Busy | $$$ | Sightseeing, Solo travel, Families |
Best to Worst Months
- 1September7.0
- 2April6.9
- 3November6.9
- 4January6.8
- 5October6.8
- 6February6.7
- 7May6.7
- 8March6.5
- 9August6.5
- 10December6.4
- 11July6.3
- 12June6.1
FairSeptember · April · November · January · October · February · May · March · August · December · July · June
Season Overview
Spring
6.7 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
6.3 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
6.9 / 10September is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
6.6 / 10January is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families8.8 / 10
Couples8.7 / 10
Solo9.5 / 10
Romantic8.4 / 10
Relaxing7.8 / 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$$$Dec$$$
CrowdsJanBusyFebBusyMarVery BusyAprVery BusyMayVery BusyJunVery BusyJulVery BusyAugBusySepVery BusyOctVery BusyNovVery BusyDecVery Busy
January in Tyler
57.90° / 38.50°F 3.95 in Moderate crowds $$$
January in Tyler is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.9°F and low near 38.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.95 inches across 9.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, 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.
February in Tyler
62.60° / 42.20°F 4.26 in Moderate crowds $$$
February in Tyler is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.6°F and low near 42.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.26 inches across 9.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, 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.
March in Tyler
70.40° / 48.70°F 4.25 in Busy $$$
March in Tyler is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 70.4°F and low near 48.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.25 inches across 9.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Busy and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, a 8.4/10 weather score, and busy relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
April in Tyler
77.30° / 55.20°F 3.99 in Moderate crowds $$$
April in Tyler is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 77.3°F and low near 55.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.99 inches across 8.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, 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.
May in Tyler
83.70° / 63.70°F 4.32 in Moderate crowds $$$
May in Tyler is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 83.7°F and low near 63.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.32 inches across 9.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, 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.
June in Tyler
89.90° / 70.70°F 4.78 in Moderate crowds $$$
June in Tyler is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.9°F and low near 70.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.78 inches across 8.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, a 7.6/10 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.
July in Tyler
93.10° / 73.60°F 2.72 in Moderate crowds $$$
July in Tyler is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.1°F and low near 73.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.72 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, a 7.4/10 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 Tyler
93.60° / 73.20°F 2.92 in Moderate crowds $$$
August in Tyler is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.6°F and low near 73.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.92 inches across 6.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, 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.
September in Tyler
87.60° / 67.20°F 3.23 in Moderate crowds $$$
September in Tyler is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.6°F and low near 67.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.23 inches across 6.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, 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.
October in Tyler
78.10° / 56.70°F 4.72 in Moderate crowds $$$
October in Tyler is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.1°F and low near 56.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.72 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, 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.
November in Tyler
66.40° / 47.00°F 3.84 in Moderate crowds $$$
November in Tyler is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.4°F and low near 47.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.84 inches across 8.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, 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.
December in Tyler
58.80° / 40.20°F 4.68 in Busy $$$
December in Tyler is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 58.8°F and low near 40.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.68 inches across 9.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Busy and $$$ – higher-priced conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, solo travel, families, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, urban exploring, history. 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, urban exploring, history, a 8.3/10 weather score, and busy 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 4874144 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00419207 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00419207.csv, nearest complete station 1.2 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:Tyler_May_2016_42_(Peoples_Petroleum_Building_and_Plaza_Tower).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Michael Barera) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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