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Harlingen (TX) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Harlingen can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very hot to pleasant. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to pleasant in Harlingen. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C in August to a pleasant 21°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 9°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Harlingen has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 703 mm of rainfall annually. The seasons in Harlingen, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives high rainfall, with an average of 140 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 25 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Harlingen Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Harlingen, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 4.4 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Brownsville, the United States of America (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Brownsville, the United States of America (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Forecast for Harlingen (TX)

Fri   Dec 27
30°C | 20°C
S 6 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Sat   Dec 28
30°C | 18°C
SW 7 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Sun   Dec 29
26°C | 12°C
N 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Harlingen in the United States of America

During the months of January, February and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Harlingen?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Harlingen?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 21°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Harlingen?
    September tops the wettest month list with 140 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Harlingen?
    February is the driest month with 25 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Harlingen?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 326 hours of sunshine.

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