Aransas County Climate
Aransas County, Texas
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
71.5°F
Annual Precip
36.3"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
86
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
9b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
7,973
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Aransas County
Climate Verdict
Aransas County has a warm, averaging 71.5°F year-round, moderate rainfall of 36.3 inches per year, significant summer heat with 85.925 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are exceptionally mild, with January averaging 55.2°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 84.1°F. The climate is remarkably stable year-round, with only a 29°F difference between January and July. January is typically the coldest month and August the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Aransas County is 6.0°F warmer than the Texas statewide average of 65.5°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Texas, the county experiences 18.916873382675817 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Aransas County Weather
Coastal warmth far exceeds national norms
Aransas County's 71.5°F annual average temperature is nearly 17 degrees higher than the national median. Its 36.3 inches of rain puts it slightly above the national average for precipitation, characteristic of the Gulf Coast.
Significantly warmer than the Texas average
With an annual average of 71.5°F, this county is much hotter than the state average of 65.5°F. This reflects its southern coastal position where the January average rarely drops below 55.2°F.
Mild winters distinguish the coast
Aransas enjoys a much warmer winter than inland neighbors, with a December-February average of 57.3°F. It also receives 36.3 inches of rain, which is over 4 inches more than the typical Texas county.
Consistently warm with minimal frost
Summer heat is tempered slightly by the ocean but still hits 90°F on 86 days per year. Snow is almost non-existent at 0.3 inches, and the winter average of 57.3°F is exceptionally mild for the state.
Plan for coastal heat and storms
Year-round air conditioning is common since extreme heat persists for 86 days and winters are very warm. Outdoor planning should account for the 36.3 inches of rain, often delivered in heavy tropical bursts.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.