The best times to visit Midland for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 20th

or

September 17th to November 18th

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

 

 


Other Midland Travel Info

Weather in Midland

Temperature

Average temperatures in Midland 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 52nd 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 Midland, the hottest months are August, June, and then July. 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 75.2°F (24°C) at night.

Midland Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Midland 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.

Midland Perceived Temperature (F)

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Midland Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Midland 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 60.5 44.7 33.4
Feb 66.5 49.6 37.6
Mar 76.1 59.1 45.6
Apr 83.8 67.8 54.4
May 89.3 74.7 62
Jun 97.2 83.8 71.8
Jul 95.2 83.5 73
Aug 96.9 84.6 73.1
Sep 89.2 76.7 66.1
Oct 82 67.5 55.5
Nov 70.3 55.3 43.1
Dec 62.2 47 36

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.8 7.1 0.8
Feb 19.2 9.8 3.1
Mar 24.5 15.1 7.6
Apr 28.8 19.9 12.4
May 31.8 23.7 16.7
Jun 36.2 28.8 22.1
Jul 35.1 28.6 22.8
Aug 36.1 29.2 22.8
Sep 31.8 24.8 18.9
Oct 27.8 19.7 13.1
Nov 21.3 12.9 6.2
Dec 16.8 8.3 2.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Midland are November, February, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late September with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of September 17th.

When can you find snow in Midland? 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 Midland.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

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

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 2% 0 0.4
Feb 1% 0 0.2
Mar 3% 0 0.2
Apr 2% 0 0.3
May 3% 0 0.7
Jun 2% 0 0.1
Jul 6% 0 0.9
Aug 3% 0 0.2
Sep 8% 0 1.2
Oct 3% 0 0.3
Nov 0% 0 0.1
Dec 3% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 1
Feb 1 0 0.5
Mar 3 0 0.5
Apr 2 0 0.8
May 3 0 1.8
Jun 2 0 0.3
Jul 6 0 2.3
Aug 3 0 0.5
Sep 8 0 3
Oct 3 0 0.8
Nov 0 0 0.3
Dec 3 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Midland has some comfortably humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is April (26.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (43.6%).

Wind in Midland is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by June and May. April’s average wind speed of around 9.8 knots (11.2 MPH or 18.1 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 to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 20 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

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 7.2 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Feb 8.3 Gentle breeze 17.1 Strong breeze
Mar 8.8 Gentle breeze 17.5 Significant breeze
Apr 9.8 Gentle breeze 18.6 Strong breeze
May 9.1 Gentle breeze 17.4 Significant breeze
Jun 9.6 Gentle breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
Jul 7.8 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Aug 6.9 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Sep 6.8 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Oct 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Nov 7.1 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Dec 7.3 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 39.1%
Feb 36.3%
Mar 31.1%
Apr 26.2%
May 32.9%
Jun 33.6%
Jul 38.4%
Aug 33.7%
Sep 43.6%
Oct 39.5%
Nov 38.5%
Dec 42.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Midland?

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 Midland, TX, US is July, followed by March and April. 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 Midland 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 43.8 in January means 43.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Midland Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.4°F (35.2°C) and 70°F (21.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with roughly 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 moderate precipitation with 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Midland, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.4°F (33.6°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 2 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 Midland to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 71.6°F (22°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°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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