Plan Your Last Minute Port A Winter Getaway

Replace your snow boots with sandy flip flops during a last-minute winter vacation to Port Aransas, TX! While you may be anticipating huddling indoors, Port A greets you with sun-kissed horizons, mild temperatures, and endless beaches that make the winter something to celebrate, not endure. Here, you’ll find relief from winter’s cold  temps and be transported to nature’s playground which caters to both adventure seekers and snowbirds looking to relax.

Winter Weather in Port Aransas

Winter temperatures in Port A typically range from cool to comfortable and hover between the mid 50s to low 70s with minimal rainfall keeping your activities uninterrupted. You may need a light jacket at the start of the day, but by midday, you’ll find yourself backing in the sunlight as you walk along the beach and watch for wildlife. There’s plenty to explore in Port A during the winter, guaranteeing that you’ll fall in love with every moment of your stay.

Top Winter Activities and Things to Do in Port Aransas

Take a Walk in the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center

A solo traveler’s dream awaits in nature along the boardwalk! The Birding Center is a serene destination where you can observe birds along the marsh and grasslands. Touring the center is a popular free activity that offers views and will keep you entertained for miles.You can explore the trail on your own or go on a guided tour every Wednesday morning.

Dolphin Watching & Sunset Cruises

Dolphin tours and sunset cruises offered by companies like the Fisherman’s Wharf make Port Aransas a year-round sightseeing destination. During the cooler months, unique dolphin behaviors emerge like hunting and leaping through the waters. Unlike the summer seasons, dolphin tours in the winter offer a more serene experience with fewer crowds and fewer boats on the water to interrupt observation.

Reel in a Winter Catch

Whether you embark on an offshore fishing charter or take to the waters on your own, you’ll find that offshore fishing blossoms in the winter with species like king mackerel and red snapper. Popular charter boats like the Scat Cat at Fisherman’s Wharf specialize in winter expeditions taking advantage of the unique conditions.The mild weather makes it easy to comfortably embark on an all-day fishing trip.

Experience Port A Winter Events

There are plenty of holiday events in Port A and even through the winter. The Whooping Crane Festival is a celebration of nature that closes out the winter season in February and promises days of fun. Stop by Roberts Point Park through January to experience the Sand Santa sculpture and take pictures with friends and family. Port A offers a host of surprises throughout the winter and you’ll be the first to experience it!

Dine at Local Port Aransas Seafood Restaurants

All year long, restaurants like Virginia’s on the Bay offer cook-your-catch meals on the menu,  so you can enjoy the reward of your hard work! Eating fresh local seafood during the winter is the highlight of coastal meals. Reduced crowds mean less time waiting to be seated and more intimate dinners with your families. Enjoy heartier meals that warm you from the inside out as you enjoy freshly prepared meals.

Make the Most of Your Winter Escape to Port Aransas

The most important part of planning a last-minute winter vacation is choosing the right accommodations for you and your group. At Aransas Princess, we make it easy to choose the perfect Port A vacation rental with our 3-bedroom condos that have enough space for a group of friends or family and even one-bedroom condos perfect for a solo winter getaway.

Browse our monthly Port Aransas condo rentals to experience the ultimate snowbird vacation. Give us a call for exclusive winter savings and get the most out of your last minute trip to Port Aransas!