Goose Island State ParkWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Goose Island State Park
Fall through spring for comfortable coastal weather and birdwatching.
Fall/Winter
October-February · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Mild temperatures and prime birding season on the coast.
Spring
March-May · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Comfortable weather for hiking and fishing; wildflowers can bloom.
Summer
June-August · 25-35°C (77-95°F)
Hot and humid with afternoon storms-visit early in the day.
Weather & Climate near Goose Island State Park
Climate
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (921 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 31
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 8° - 18° | 13° | 59 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 56 mm | - | - | 5.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 14° - 23° | 18° | 34 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 18° - 26° | 22° | 49 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 22° - 28° | 25° | 97 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 24° - 31° | 28° | 103 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 25° - 33° | 29° | 77 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 25° - 33° | 29° | 86 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 160 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 19° - 28° | 23° | 90 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 14° - 23° | 18° | 58 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 10° - 19° | 14° | 52 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Goose Island State Park
From Rockport or Port Aransas, drive to the Goose Island State Park access road (Off State Highway 35 near Rockport). Follow park signage to visitor parking and the park office; expect small access roads and limited services on-site.
Tips for Visiting Goose Island State Park
- Plan to arrive before noon on summer weekends-the island's day-use areas and ferry schedules fill quickly.
- Combine a park visit with a boat trip for better chances of seeing coastal birds and marine life.
- Bring a picnic; food services on the island are limited.