New Braunfels, Texas — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery for New Braunfels, Comal County.
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New Braunfels rests in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, a landscape shaped by the gentle flow of the Comal River and the verdant slopes that cradle it. It lies 11.5 miles north-north-east of Cibolo, TX (from Cibolo, TX: bearing 32°T), and is situated 9.4 miles north-west of McQueeney. This area, long inhabited by indigenous peoples, was settled in 1845 by German immigrants, a heritage that deeply informs its character and traditions, evident in its architecture and annual festivals. The economy of New Braunfels has historically been tied to agriculture and craft, evolving today to embrace tourism, manufacturing, and a growing service sector, with the crystal-clear waters of the Comal and Guadalupe rivers acting as a significant economic draw. The very air here, particularly in the lingering warmth of late afternoon, seems to carry the scent of blooming wildflowers and the promise of cool evenings. The cultural spirit of New Braunfels is a lively blend of its German roots and Texan hospitality, manifesting in a vibrant arts scene and a strong sense of community. A prominent landmark is the historic Gruene Hall, a dance hall that has echoed with music for over a century, and the town itself is a destination for those seeking the simple pleasures of river recreation. While New Braunfels is not home to a major university, its proximity to larger institutions and its own robust community college contribute to its educational landscape. The town celebrates its heritage with events like Oktoberfest and the Wurstfest, drawing visitors from across the state and beyond. The enduring legacy of its founders, coupled with the natural beauty of its setting, has cultivated a unique identity for New Braunfels, a place where history feels palpably present.
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| Location | New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas |
| Coordinates | 29.703002°N, 98.124453°W |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 78130, 78132, 78131, 78135 |
| Area Code | 210 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for New Braunfels, Texas, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for New Braunfels includes coordinates 29.703002°N, 98.124453°W, situated in Comal County. ZIP code 78130, 78132, 78131, 78135. Telephone area code: 210. Timezone: Central Time (America/Chicago).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.