Welcome to the beautiful, vibrant world of Brownsville! Located in the very heart of the Rio Grande delta, with Mexico at the doorstep and the Gulf of Mexico beaches so very close by, Brownsville is a dynamic, bustling city that is a perfect travel or business destination. The National Civic League named Brownsville an All American City, a tribute to the city's cooperative efforts that reflect a very positive quality of life. The charm of Southwestern lifestyles, combined with a bicultural mystique, Rand McNally cites the Rio Grande Valley as having the state's best overall climate. And, Brownsville offers a tropical environment of stately palm trees, purple bougainvilleas, exotic birds, and cool, coast breezes. This nature lover and sportsmen's paradise is where the Chisolm Trail began. Brownsville weather is generally favorable for year 'round outdoor activities, with at least 234 sunny days per year. In August, which is the hottest month, high temperatures hover around 93 degrees. January generally has highs of under 70 degrees. Lightweight apparel is appropriate for most of the year. The lifestyle is casual. Boots and denim to shorts, polo shirts, and straw hats are quite acceptable. And, for visiting tourists, Brownsville has more than 1,200 RV sites. For longer term visitors, there are many apartments, houses, and condominiums available for rent or lease. Brownsville is accessible by air, with Continental Airlines operating out of Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport, and with Rio Grande Valley International close by, in Harlingen. By highways, Brownsville is located at the beginning of Expressways 77 and 83, 272 miles from San Antonio, 352 miles from Houston, and 517 miles from Dallas. Refreshingly nostalgic and picturesque, Brownsville bustles with an economic revival and major expansions in retail, residential, and manufacturing sectors. Equally as important, Brownsville boasts a special quality of life at a favorable cost, responding to all of your travel amenities with affordable accommodations, cuisine for all tastes, and a never-ending variety of leisure activities.