Weather in Corpus Christi, Texas
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—88°73°
- SundayMay 17Thunderstorm—87°78°
- MondayMay 18Thunderstorm—86°78°
- TuesdayMay 19Thunderstorm19%85°79°
- WednesdayMay 20Light Drizzle45%86°79°
- ThursdayMay 21Thunderstorm45%83°78°
- FridayMay 22Light Drizzle58%85°78°
- PM 2.5
- 8.1 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 13.1 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 0.6 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 70.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 11:58 AM
- Moonset
- 1:32 AM
- In sign
- ♉︎ Taurus
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Corpus Christi at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 4°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: February 1 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Peak growing season
As of May 17, the growing season is at its peak — frost is months away. Continue succession-planting beans and summer squash. Start fall brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, kale) from seed indoors for transplanting in late summer.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| April | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | — | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
August brings Corpus Christi's peak heat with average temperatures around 84°F, while January delivers the year's coolest weather at roughly 56°F. September typically sees the heaviest rainfall at 6.5 inches, contrasting sharply with February's dry period of just 1.5 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56° | 1.8″ | 4 |
| February | 61° | 1.5″ | 3 |
| March | 66° | 2.0″ | 3 |
| April | 71° | 1.8″ | 3 |
| May | 77° | 3.7″ | 4 |
| June | 82° | 4.1″ | 4 |
| July | 83° | 2.3″ | 3 |
| August | 84° | 1.8″ | 3 |
| September | 80° | 6.5″ | 8 |
| October | 74° | 2.7″ | 4 |
| November | 66° | 2.3″ | 3 |
| December | 59° | 1.8″ | 3 |
Regional context
Located within the humid subtropical climate region, Corpus Christi shares temperature ranges, seasonal rhythms, and growing conditions with other cities in this climatic zone.
Similar climates: Houston, TX, Dallas, TX, San Antonio, TX, Austin, TX, Fort Worth, TX.
Naturalist notes
By late May, scissor-tailed flycatchers return from their winter grounds to establish territories across the coastal prairies.
June brings the peak blooming period for prickly pear cactus, their yellow flowers opening in the morning heat.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Corpus Christi?
- Spring's final frost in Corpus Christi typically occurs around mid-February, while the season's first frost returns in mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Corpus Christi?
- September ranks as the wettest month, delivering approximately 6.5 inches of rain, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 32 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Corpus Christi?
- August typically records the year's highest temperatures, averaging around 84°F.
- What is the coldest month in Corpus Christi?
- January brings the coldest weather, with temperatures averaging approximately 56°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Corpus Christi?
- Plant cool-season crops like peas and lettuce around the last spring frost in mid-February. Wait 1–2 weeks later before planting warm-season varieties such as tomatoes and peppers.
- How many rainy days does Corpus Christi get?
- Corpus Christi experiences rain on approximately 44 days each year.
- What hardiness zone is Corpus Christi?
- Check the USDA's online zone lookup tool using Corpus Christi's ZIP code to find the current hardiness zone, which reflects the area's lowest average winter temperatures.
Climate
Corpus Christi, Texas experiences a humid subtropical climate. Winter temperatures in January typically hover around 56°F, while summer heat in July averages 83°F — creating a 27°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals approximately 32 inches, distributed across roughly 44 rainy days throughout the year.
Weather patterns here reflect the city's latitude at 27.7°N, its proximity to large water bodies, and local elevation. These factors determine growing seasons, frost timing, and daily weather conditions.