Our verdict
The best time to visit Waco is October-November
In the height of summer, temperatures in Waco can reach a maximum of 38℃ (101℉). In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 5℃ (41℉).
If you’re keen to see the sights of Waco during the day, the sun stays up the longest around July. The wet season in Waco falls around October, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in November instead.
By the time you finish reading below, you’ll know everything you need to know about the best time to travel to Waco. Once you’re ready, we’ve even provided all the tools you’ll ever need to help you book your travel!
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Waco seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Waco as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Waco is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Waco
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Waco for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Waco climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Waco for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Waco in January
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average humidity: 67%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Waco in February
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 72%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 39mm (2") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Waco in March
- Average temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (69℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in March, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Waco in April
- Average temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 56mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in April, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Waco in May
- Average temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 79mm (3") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in May, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Waco in June
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 33℃ (91℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (72℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 69mm (3") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays pretty warm most of the time.
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Waco in July
- Average temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average high temperature: 35℃ (95℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 63%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Waco in August
- Average temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average high temperature: 36℃ (96℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 57%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 50mm (2") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in August, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Waco in September
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 31℃ (89℉)
- Average low temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average humidity: 65%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 59mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays pretty warm most of the time.
Waco in October
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 66%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 97mm (4") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in October, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Waco in November
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 36mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Waco in December
- Average temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 72%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Waco in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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