Summer in Houston has its upsides – the temperatures if we’re speaking literally. But as much as we love the beaches in Texas, the waterfront restaurants, and a sunny dip in the pool, we long for the fall. While we’re pushing our A/C to the brink, fall might seem like its on the other side of the world.
As of this article, published on August 21, there’s only 27 days until fall. Check out our article below to see when fall starts in Texas and how to get the most out of the best season of the year.
When is the first day of fall?
The first day of fall coincides with the autumnal equinox which takes place on Monday, September 22, 2025, spanning to December 20, 2025.
When does fall start in Texas?
Like the rest of the United States of America, fall in Texas officially begins on September 22, 2025. Of course, fall looks a little different in Texas than say Maine, Vermont, or New York. For many of our northern neighbors, the onset of fall coincides with lower temperatures, crispy weather, and fall foliage. Texas, however, doesn’t get to experience those autumn elements until a little later on.
Fall foliage in Texas, for example, peaks between late October to early November depending on the region. West Texas sees the earliest peak in fall colors in Texas, which usually occurs between mid-to-late October. Temp-wise, cooler fall weather usually arrives a little sooner around mid-October.
In Central Texas, including the likes of Austin and Texas Hill Country, experience 70-80 degree temperatures and fall foliage at full bloom in late October to early November. East Texas, on the other hand, sees a peak in fall foliage in early to mid November.
When is fall in Houston?
Due to its coastal and subtropical climate, it won’t feel like fall in Houston until later on and, frankly, is often a lackluster experience – sorry newcomers. September is basically second summer, usually around the high 80s and low 90s. In late October, a few cooler days are sprinkled in here and there with temperatures in the 70s and low 80s as well as a drop in the humidity.
What will fall look like in Houston this year?
Texas is expected to have a warmer-than-normal fall, with September averaging 79°F (about 2° above normal) and October averaging 65°F (slightly below normal). September will begin hot and sunny, see mid-month thunderstorms, and end cooler and clear. October will be mostly warm and sunny with mid-month storms and showers. Rainfall is forecast to be below to near normal overall.