Is it true that Fredericksburg has a semi-arid climate? (San Antonio: renting, houses)

[i_love_autumn]

Originally Posted by NewTexico76

Any area in South Texas will vary widely from season to season and year by year. The rainfall map shows averages, but an active hurricane season will bring far more rain than the averages- and a drought will bring far less. So an area that averages 22 inches of rain a year may have about 10 one year and 34 the next.

Yes,that is true of everywhere.

[atxcio]

Originally Posted by Bobloblawslawblog

I was strictly talking about climate and proximity to the hill country. I've never even been to Del Rio.

So then, I take it you're not too fond of the place?

Many days in a typical year, Del Rio is the hottest place in the entire USA. The climate there is challenging, to say the least. It's an interesting place to spend a small amount of time in, in the way that all the Texas border towns (which aren't touristy) are. Just a weird experience, sort of like I'd imagine living in a DMZ is. It's definitely Mexico, and definitely the USA too. Safe but a stone's throw from lawlessness. As mentioned upthread, virtually no middle class among the permanent residents. Lots of temporary population - military, border patrol, oil workers, medical workers. 55 miles to the only legal casino in Texas.

All that stuff makes it "interesting", but not at all a place most people would want to settle in...

But back to the OP -

Fredericksburg would be at the very edge of semi-arid, if at all. Does stay a little cooler than SA and Austin, but the difference is slight enough that it can really only be detected by someone who has lived in TX a long time. I don't really know the climate of Ohio, but I haven't heard of it being like southern humidity. The most humid time is probably June/July, so that is probably a good time to visit -- late July and August are blazing hot, but drier.

[Bobloblawslawblog]

Originally Posted by atxcio

Many days in a typical year, Del Rio is the hottest place in the entire USA. The climate there is challenging, to say the least. It's an interesting place to spend a small amount of time in, in the way that all the Texas border towns (which aren't touristy) are. Just a weird experience, sort of like I'd imagine living in a DMZ is. It's definitely Mexico, and definitely the USA too. Safe but a stone's throw from lawlessness. As mentioned upthread, virtually no middle class among the permanent residents. Lots of temporary population - military, border patrol, oil workers, medical workers. 55 miles to the only legal casino in Texas.

All that stuff makes it "interesting", but not at all a place most people would want to settle in...

Like I said, never been there. Doesn't really sound like any place I'd want to go either.

I was just sizing up climates near the hill country (but in the less humid areas) with whatever data I could find on the interwebs, looking for a balance of low humidity and warmer winters. Del Rio just kind of popped up. I'm sure it gets sizzling hot, as most of Texas does in the summer... but I just can't imagine it out-scorches places like Death Valley, Lake Havasu, AZ, Laughlin, NV, or even Phoenix too often for "Hottest place in the USA".

I'm sure it's hot enough though.

[i_love_autumn]

The Hill country is just so pretty,that it must go on our bucket list to at least visit in April when the Bluebonnets,and wildflowers are in bloom.

In my other thread,a lady suggested Pueblo,Co,and it sounds very appealing.Mountains,that I love[born in Kellogg,ID],not quite as hot as Texas or AZ,and dry climate,plus still western/Mexican culture.

[DanielWayne]

If you like wildflowers, visit Wildseed Farms when you come to Tx. The hill country had stunning wildflowers, but the Brenham area is really known for bluebonnets. Brenham is more green and less rocky than the hill country, but bluebonnets are REAL big deal there.

[i_love_autumn]

Originally Posted by DanielWayne

If you like wildflowers, visit Wildseed Farms when you come to Tx. The hill country had stunning wildflowers, but the Brenham area is really known for bluebonnets. Brenham is more green and less rocky than the hill country, but bluebonnets are REAL big deal there.

Sounds like a definite "must see" scenic drive,thanks.

BTW, because of the high altitude of CO. that's out.

[i_love_autumn]

It looks like it will be between Fredericksburg,Kerrville,and San Angelo,TX.

[ChristieP]

That's an easy decision: San Angelo.

As much as I love to visit Fredericksburg, the overpriced real estate and tourism-based economy make it a poor choice for a place to live. Yes, it is a beautiful place with lots of fun things to do, but paying too much for a house compared with other cities in Texas made me cross it off my list.

San Angelo also has MUCH better healthcare in the area. There are two major hospitals and one of the nation's best geriatric medical centers. Plus, having Angelo State University in town really improves the local arts and cultural scene.

[Westerntraveler]

Originally Posted by i_love_autumn

San Angelo looks like a good prospect,thanks!

That's good.Anytime.

[biscuitmom]

Originally Posted by ChristieP

That's an easy decision: San Angelo.

As much as I love to visit Fredericksburg, the overpriced real estate and tourism-based economy make it a poor choice for a place to live. Yes, it is a beautiful place with lots of fun things to do, but paying too much for a house compared with other cities in Texas made me cross it off my list.

San Angelo also has MUCH better healthcare in the area. There are two major hospitals and one of the nation's best geriatric medical centers. Plus, having Angelo State University in town really improves the local arts and cultural scene.

I agree.