Best time to visit · San Antonio · United States
The best time to visit San Antonio
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The best times to visit San Antonio are March to April and October to November, when days are warm but not punishing. April brings Fiesta and Hill Country wildflowers but also the highest hotel prices. Summer, from June to September, is very hot, though theme parks and water parks keep families busy.
Key facts
- Best months
- March–April and October–November
- Shoulder season
- February, May and December
- Warmest month
- August (avg high 36°C (97°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 17°C (63°F))
- Rainiest month
- May (~8 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- January and August–September
Seasons
San Antonio has a hot, humid subtropical climate: long, very hot summers, mild winters with occasional cold fronts, and warm springs and autumns. Rain often falls in heavy bursts, especially in late spring and autumn.
March–May
Spring
Warm and green, with bluebonnets, Fiesta in April and spring-break crowds; May can bring heavy storms.
June–August
Summer
Very hot, with highs around 35°C; best for theme parks, water parks and early-morning sightseeing.
September–November
Autumn
Heat fades through October, with Día de los Muertos and comfortable evenings on the river.
December–February
Winter
Mild days, occasional cold fronts, holiday lights on the River Walk and lower prices after New Year.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C | 5°C | 7 | 10.4 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| February | 20°C | 7°C | 7 | 11.1 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| March | 24°C | 11°C | 7 | 11.9 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| April | 28°C | 15°C | 6 | 12.8 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| May | 31°C | 19°C | 8 | 13.6 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| June | 34°C | 23°C | 7 | 14 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| July | 35°C | 23°C | 5 | 13.9 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| August | 36°C | 23°C | 5 | 13.2 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| September | 32°C | 21°C | 7 | 12.3 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| October | 28°C | 16°C | 7 | 11.4 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| November | 22°C | 10°C | 7 | 10.6 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| December | 18°C | 6°C | 7 | 10.3 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| January | Martin Luther King Jr. March — one of the largest in the country (MLK Day) |
| February | San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo (usually February) |
| March | St. Patrick's Day — the river is dyed green (around 17 March) |
| April | Fiesta San Antonio — parades, Night in Old San Antonio and street parties (usually 11 days in April) |
| May | Tejano Conjunto Festival (usually May); Cinco de Mayo celebrations at Market Square |
| July | Independence Day fireworks (4 July) |
| September | Diez y Seis — Mexican Independence Day celebrations at Market Square (around 16 September) |
| October | Día de los Muertos celebrations at La Villita and Hemisfair (late October to early November) |
| November | Holiday River Parade and lighting ceremony (usually the Friday after Thanksgiving) |
| December | Fiesta de las Luminarias — candlelit River Walk (usually December weekends); Las Posadas procession along the River Walk (usually mid-December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in January and August–September, and the sights are quietest in January and August–September. Many visitors avoid July–August.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit San Antonio?
The best times to visit San Antonio are March to April and October to November, when days are warm but not punishing. April brings Fiesta and Hill Country wildflowers but also the highest hotel prices. Summer, from June to September, is very hot, though theme parks and water parks keep families busy.
+When are hotel prices lowest in San Antonio?
Usually in January and August–September. Mild, with sunny days but occasional cold fronts that bring near-freezing nights. Quiet and good value.
+What is the rainiest month in San Antonio?
May, with about 8 days of rain on average.
+How hot does San Antonio get?
The warmest month, August, averages highs of 36°C (97°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F).