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Brenham is located in the lower east-central portion of the state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 15, 716 residents. The city of Brenham sits about halfway between Houston and Austin (approximately 70 miles northwest of Houston. Brenham is in the heart of "The Bluebonnet Region" of Central Texas. There are many scenic trails where you can not only take advantage of seeing the beautiful bluebonnets, but also pass by historic sites and other attractions along the way. The city of Brenham also serves as the seat for Washington County, which is known as the "Birthplace of Texas," because the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed on March 2, 1836 in the nearby town of Washington. A historic park is now located at the site. Other attractions in Brenham is the Brenham Heritage Museum, located downtown in what was once the U.S. post office for the city. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and exhibits in the museum focus mainly on the local culture and history. Brenham has a strong German heritage and a festival each May called Maifest plays tribute to their culture. One other thing the city of Brenham is known for is being the headquarters for Blue Bell Creameries, makers of an ice cream brand that is the third best-selling ice cream in the United States.

Surrounding areas: Bellville, Texas (17.2 mi), Round Top, Texas (19.2 mi), Hempstead, Texas (19.7 mi), Cat Spring, Texas (22.6 mi), College Station, Texas (32.1 mi), La Grange, Texas (33.9 mi), Bryan, Texas (35.1 mi)

Brenham Vacation Rentals

Brenham Hotels and Resorts


Hotels & Motels
Best Western Inn Of Brenham	1503 Hwy 290 East	Brenham, TX		(979) 251-7791
Comfort Suites	2350 S Day St	Brenham, TX		(979) 421-8100
Econo Lodge	2217 S Market St	Brenham, TX		(979) 836-1300
Holiday Inn Express	555 Hwy 290 E	Brenham, TX		(979) 836-4590
Super 8 - Somerville	151 Ave B S	Somerville, TX	14.6 mi.	(979) 596-3884
Best Value Inn & Suites	9484 Hwy 6	Navasota, TX	24.0 mi.	(936) 825-8000
Best Western Inn Of Navasota	8965 Hwy 6	Navasota, TX	24.0 mi.	(936) 870-4100
Super 8 Navasota	9460 Hwy 6	Navasota, TX	24.0 mi.	(936) 825-7775

Brenham Weather & Climate

East-central Texas, where the upper Gulf Coast Region meets the Southern Lakes Region, the climate is mostly humid subtropical. Summers are hot and humid, and inters are mild and relatively dry. Snowfall is rare, but ice storms occur about once every two years or so. On average, east-central Texas receives 33 inches of rain per year, mostly in the spring and fall. Severe thunderstorms are also possible in the springtime. Tornadoes are a threat, especially in the springtime. Bright sunshine prevails most of the time. Summer highs exceed 100 degrees F. on an average of 18 days per year and exceed 90 degrees F. on 116 days per year.

Month	High Temp	Low Temp	Rainfall	Ocean Temp
January	61°F	39°F	3.41 in.	-
February	66°F	42°F	2.78 in.	-
March	73°F	49°F	2.93 in.	-
April	80°F	56°F	3.39 in.	-
May	86°F	64°F	5.14 in.	-
June	92°F	71°F	4.66 in.	-
July	96°F	73°F	1.93 in.	-
August	96°F	72°F	3.14 in.	-
September	91°F	67°F	4.83 in.	-
October	82°F	58°F	4.48 in.	-
November	71°F	48°F	4.17 in.	-
December	63°F	41°F	3.29 in.	-

Brenham Map & Transportation



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The closest airports in the area are Easterwood Field (CLL) located about 29 miles north of Brenham in College Station, Texas, the David Wayne Hooks Memorial airport (DWH) located approximately 51 miles east of Brenham in Houston, Texas, the Sugar Land Regional airport (SGR) located roughly 58 miles southeast of Brenham in Houston, Texas, and finally the George Bush Intcntl Houston airport (IAH) located around 64 miles east of Brenham in Houston, Texas.

Brenham Attractions


Amusement and Theme Parks
Six Flags AstroWorld	Houston	TX	67.9 mi.

Water Parks
SplashTown Waterpark	Spring	TX	58.9 mi.
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort	New Braunfels	TX	108.2 mi.

Golf Courses
Bellville Golf & Recreation Club	Bellville	TX	17.4 mi.
Lake Park Golf Course	Lewisville	TX	18.7 mi.
Fox Creek Golf Club	Hempstead	TX	20.3 mi.
Legendary Oaks Golf Course	Hempstead	TX	20.3 mi.
Bluebonnet Country	Navasota	TX	24.0 mi.
Navasota Municipal Golf Course	Navasota	TX	24.0 mi.
Waller Country Club	Waller	TX	29.7 mi.

State Parks
Baylor University State Park		TX	10.3 mi.
Birch Creek State Park		TX	16.6 mi.
Nails Creek State Park		TX	17.5 mi.
Washington State Park		TX	18.2 mi.
Stephen F Austin State Park		TX	30.4 mi.
Monument Hill State Park		TX	34.5 mi.

Museums
Star of the Republic Museum	Washington	TX	18.1 mi.	(History)
Texas A&M Athletic Sports Museum	College Station	TX	32.1 mi.	(Miscellaneous)
Woodlands Science and Art Center	The Woodlands	TX	54.3 mi.	(Multidisciplinary)
Fort Bend Museum Association	Richmond	TX	55.6 mi.	(History)
George Ranch Historical Park	Richmond	TX	55.6 mi.	(History)

Zoos and Aquariums
Houston Zoological Gardens	Houston	TX	67.9 mi.
The Texas Zoo	Victoria	TX	100.9 mi.
Cameron Park Zoo	Waco	TX	105.3 mi.
Rainforest at Moody Gardens	Galveston	TX	113.1 mi.

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