Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score8.0 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: November; strong alternatives: February and April.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Waxahachie are November, February and April. November 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.
Waxahachie is a small town in Texas’s Prairies & Lakes 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, WAXAHACHIE, located approximately 1.8 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.0Great
Compare all 12 months for Waxahachie using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.9Great
Rain6.8Fair
Crowds7.0Good
Value8.3Great
Comfort9.9Excellent
Outdoors8.8Great
Seasonal Appeal8.0Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary8.9 / 10
Least RainJuly7.4 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.5 / 10
Best ValueJanuary8.4 / 10
FamiliesFebruary9.7 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.6 / 10
SoloFebruary9.1 / 10
RomanticFebruary9.4 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.4 / 10
OutdoorsNovember8.9 / 10
SightseeingFebruary9.9 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Waxahachie in February
8.0 / 10 Great
February in Waxahachie is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 60.0°F and low near 37.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.72 inches across 6.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather8.9
Rain6.8
Crowds7.0
Value8.3
Comfort9.9
Outdoors8.8
Seasonal Appeal8.0
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 60.00°F
- Average Low
- 37.50°F
- Rainfall
- 2.72 in
- Rainy Days
- 6.80
- Humidity
- 74.50%
- Daylight
- 11.00 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.9 | 8.6 | 6.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.0 | 8.9 | 6.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.5 | 8.6 | 5.7 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 7.9 | 8.8 | 6.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.7 | 8.6 | 5.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.2 | 7.8 | 5.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.3 | 7.3 | 7.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.4 | 7.1 | 7.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.8 | 8.6 | 6.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.6 | 8.5 | 5.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.0 | 8.9 | 6.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.7 | 8.7 | 6.4 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February8.0
- 2November8.0
- 3April7.9
- 4January7.9
- 5September7.8
- 6May7.7
- 7December7.7
- 8October7.6
- 9March7.5
- 10August7.4
- 11July7.3
- 12June7.2
GreatFebruary · November
GoodApril · January · September · May · December · October · March · August · July · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.7 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.3 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.8 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
7.9 / 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
Outdoors8.9 / 10
Sightseeing9.9 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprModerateMayModerateJunModerateJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctModerateNovModerateDecBusy
January in Waxahachie
56.50° / 33.90°F 2.61 in Light crowds $$
January in Waxahachie is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 56.5°F and low near 33.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.61 inches across 7.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.6/10 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 Waxahachie
60.00° / 37.50°F 2.72 in Light crowds $$
February in Waxahachie is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 60.0°F and low near 37.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.72 inches across 6.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 February for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.9/10 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.
March in Waxahachie
67.40° / 44.90°F 3.99 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Waxahachie is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.4°F and low near 44.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.99 inches across 8.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 8.6/10 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.
April in Waxahachie
75.30° / 52.80°F 3.48 in Light crowds $$
April in Waxahachie is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.3°F and low near 52.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.48 inches across 6.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 8.8/10 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 Waxahachie
82.30° / 62.90°F 4.31 in Light crowds $$
May in Waxahachie is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.3°F and low near 62.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.31 inches across 7.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 May 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.
June in Waxahachie
90.40° / 70.80°F 4.22 in Light crowds $$
June in Waxahachie is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.4°F and low near 70.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.22 inches across 6.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 7.8/10 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 Waxahachie
94.70° / 73.90°F 2.48 in Light crowds $$
July in Waxahachie is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.7°F and low near 73.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.48 inches across 4.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 July for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.3/10 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.
August in Waxahachie
95.30° / 73.70°F 2.91 in Light crowds $$
August in Waxahachie is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.3°F and low near 73.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.91 inches across 4.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 August for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.1/10 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 Waxahachie
88.40° / 66.80°F 3.27 in Light crowds $$
September in Waxahachie is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.4°F and low near 66.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.27 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 September 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.
October in Waxahachie
78.30° / 55.00°F 4.73 in Light crowds $$
October in Waxahachie is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.3°F and low near 55.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.73 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 October 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.
November in Waxahachie
66.30° / 44.30°F 2.93 in Light crowds $$
November in Waxahachie is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.3°F and low near 44.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.93 inches across 6.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – 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 November for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.9/10 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.
December in Waxahachie
57.70° / 36.10°F 3.15 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Waxahachie is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.7°F and low near 36.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.15 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for 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 8.7/10 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.
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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 4876816 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00419522 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00419522.csv, nearest complete station 1.8 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:Ellis_County_Courthouse_(1_of_1).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Renelibrary) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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