When will it start to cool down in Texas? Here is what the Farmer's Almanac says

Just because the pumpkin spice latte is almost available doesn't mean the Texas heat is going anywhere anytime soon.

Texans might wonder when the weather will begin to cool.

When will Texas see cooler temperatures?

In Texas, the weather typically cools down in late September to early October, as forecasted by The Old Farmers Almanac. Average highs are typically in the mid to upper 80s, with lows in the mid to upper 60s in September.

The intensity of the heat reduces, especially in the evenings and mornings.

However, this can vary depending on the specific region of Texas. Northern areas, like the Panhandle, may experience cooler weather earlier, while southern regions, like the Rio Grande Valley, might stay warm a bit longer.

By late October to November, most of Texas generally enjoys more comfortable fall temperatures. Average highs drop to the mid to upper 70s, with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s.

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When will Texas get some rain?

According to the Farmer's Almanac , Texas is expected to see some rainfall towards the end of August, with the possibility of tropical storms.

Overall, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a 90% chance of an above-average hurricane season, one of the highest probabilities ever issued by the agency, lead seasonal hurricane forecaster Matthew Rosencrans told USA TODAY .

The region may experience increased rain chances as we move into early September as well. However, the overall amount of rainfall might still be below average for the month.

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60-day Texas weather outlook

As hurricane season peaks, late summer in Texas may see a mix of potential tropical activity and a slow transition to cooler temperatures.

Here is a 60-day forecast for Texas predicted by the Farmers Almanac.

Average temperature in August: High 99, Low 76

• Aug 6-18 : Isolated t-storms, hot and humid
• Aug 19-21 : Tropical storm threat
• Aug 22-31 : Sunny, then a few t-storms

Average temperature in September : High 91, Low 70

• Sep 1-9 : Sunny north, a few t-storms south
• Sep 10-12 : Tropical storm threat
• Sep 13-24 : Isolated t-storms, then sunny
• Sep 25-30 : Sunny, warm

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When is the last day of summer?

The last day of summer is typically marked by the autumnal equinox , which falls around September 22 or 23 each year. In 2024, the last day of summer will be on Sunday, September 22. The equinox is the point when day and night are approximately equal in length, marking the official start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere.

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