Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score8.4 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: November and January.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Yorktown are February, November and January. 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.
Yorktown 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, CUERO, located approximately 12.2 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 Yorktown using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.4Excellent
Rain8.0Great
Crowds6.9Fair
Value8.3Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.3Excellent
Seasonal Appeal8.3Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary9.4 / 10
Least RainFebruary8.0 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.6 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesJanuary9.8 / 10
CouplesJanuary9.7 / 10
SoloJanuary9.2 / 10
RomanticJanuary9.5 / 10
RelaxingJanuary9.5 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary9.3 / 10
SightseeingJanuary10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Yorktown in February
8.4 / 10 Great
February in Yorktown is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.9°F and low near 45.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.54 inches across 4.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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.
Weather9.4
Rain8.0
Crowds6.9
Value8.3
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.3
Seasonal Appeal8.3
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 68.90°F
- Average Low
- 45.50°F
- Rainfall
- 1.54 in
- Rainy Days
- 4.70
- Humidity
- 74.90%
- Daylight
- 11.10 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.2 | 9.2 | 7.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.4 | 9.4 | 8.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.9 | 9.1 | 7.1 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 8.2 | 9.1 | 7.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.6 | 8.3 | 6.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.0 | 7.1 | 6.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.1 | 6.9 | 7.5 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.2 | 6.6 | 7.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.4 | 7.6 | 6.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 8.1 | 9.0 | 7.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.2 | 9.2 | 7.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 8.0 | 9.2 | 7.5 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February8.4
- 2November8.2
- 3January8.2
- 4April8.2
- 5October8.1
- 6December8.0
- 7March7.9
- 8May7.6
- 9September7.4
- 10August7.2
- 11July7.1
- 12June7.0
GreatFebruary · November · January · April · October · December
GoodMarch · May · September · August · July · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.9 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.1 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.9 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.2 / 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
Outdoors9.3 / 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 Yorktown
66.30° / 42.00°F 2.33 in Light crowds $$
January in Yorktown is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.3°F and low near 42.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.33 inches across 4.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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.
February in Yorktown
68.90° / 45.50°F 1.54 in Light crowds $$
February in Yorktown is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.9°F and low near 45.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.54 inches across 4.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 February 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.
March in Yorktown
75.20° / 52.30°F 2.76 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Yorktown is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.2°F and low near 52.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.76 inches across 5.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
April in Yorktown
82.10° / 58.70°F 2.77 in Light crowds $$
April in Yorktown is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.1°F and low near 58.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.77 inches across 4.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 9.1/10 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.
May in Yorktown
88.60° / 67.40°F 4.41 in Light crowds $$
May in Yorktown is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.6°F and low near 67.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.41 inches across 4.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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 Yorktown
94.10° / 72.70°F 3.92 in Light crowds $$
June in Yorktown is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.1°F and low near 72.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.92 inches across 5.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 June 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.
July in Yorktown
96.90° / 74.30°F 2.44 in Light crowds $$
July in Yorktown is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 96.9°F and low near 74.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.44 inches across 4.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 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
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
August in Yorktown
98.30° / 74.10°F 2.59 in Light crowds $$
August in Yorktown is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 98.3°F and low near 74.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.59 inches across 4.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 6.6/10 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 Yorktown
92.90° / 69.30°F 3.57 in Light crowds $$
September in Yorktown is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.9°F and low near 69.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.57 inches across 5.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 7.6/10 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.
October in Yorktown
85.90° / 59.80°F 3.27 in Light crowds $$
October in Yorktown is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 85.9°F and low near 59.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.27 inches across 3.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 October 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.
November in Yorktown
75.30° / 50.00°F 2.35 in Light crowds $$
November in Yorktown is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.3°F and low near 50.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.35 inches across 4.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – 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 9.2/10 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.
December in Yorktown
67.40° / 43.50°F 2.27 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Yorktown is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.4°F and low near 43.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.27 inches across 4.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – 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 9.2/10 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 4880584 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00412173 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00412173.csv, nearest complete station 12.2 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:Downtown_Yorktown_Wiki_(1_of_1).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Renelibrary) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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