The best times to visit Bowie for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 27th

or

September 10th to November 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bowie Travel Info

Weather in Bowie

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bowie vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 54th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bowie, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 99.5°F (37.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.6°F (23.7°C) at night.

Bowie Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bowie Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Bowie Perceived Temperature (F)

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Bowie Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bowie Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 56 42.5 32.4
Feb 57.9 44.8 36
Mar 69.9 55.9 45.2
Apr 78.2 64.7 54.1
May 82.7 70.5 60
Jun 92.7 80.9 70
Jul 95.7 83.7 72.5
Aug 97.7 84.2 72.3
Sep 87.1 74.1 63.5
Oct 75 61.7 51.2
Nov 68.3 54.6 43.6
Dec 55.4 43 33.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.3 5.8 0.2
Feb 14.4 7.1 2.2
Mar 21.1 13.3 7.3
Apr 25.7 18.2 12.3
May 28.2 21.4 15.6
Jun 33.7 27.2 21.1
Jul 35.4 28.7 22.5
Aug 36.5 29 22.4
Sep 30.6 23.4 17.5
Oct 23.9 16.5 10.7
Nov 20.2 12.6 6.4
Dec 13 6.1 1.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bowie are January, August, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early February with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of February 5th.

When can you find snow in Bowie? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bowie.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bowie (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0.1
Feb 3% 0 0.2
Mar 3% 0 0.1
Apr 1% 0 0.1
May 1% 0 0.2
Jun 4% 0 0.3
Jul 4% 0 0.4
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 2% 0 0.2
Oct 3% 0 0.3
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0.3
Feb 3 0 0.5
Mar 3 0 0.3
Apr 1 0 0.3
May 1 0 0.5
Jun 4 0 0.8
Jul 4 0 1
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 2 0 0.5
Oct 3 0 0.8
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Bowie has some comfortably humid months, with slightly drier months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is August (40.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (57.5%).

Wind in Bowie is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and February. April’s average wind speed of around 8.7 knots (10 MPH or 16.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 17.2 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bowie.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.1 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Feb 7.1 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Mar 8.5 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Apr 8.7 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
May 7 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Jun 6.6 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Jul 5.1 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Aug 5.1 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Sep 4.9 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Oct 5.8 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Nov 6.7 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Dec 6.3 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 56%
Feb 57.5%
Mar 49.2%
Apr 51.9%
May 56.9%
Jun 50.2%
Jul 46.5%
Aug 40.4%
Sep 50.3%
Oct 54.4%
Nov 51.6%
Dec 56.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bowie?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bowie, TX, US is March, followed by May and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bowie in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 63.2 in January means 63.2% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Bowie Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 89.5°F (31.9°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Bowie, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.7°F (33.2°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Bowie to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 66.8°F (19.3°C) and 48.8°F (9.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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