Mid-Summer Port Aransas Activities to Keep You Cool

We at PortAransas-Texas.com are not going to lie to you, your mid-summer getaway to Port Aransas is going to be a spicy one, with temperatures in the 80s or 90s and humidity levels getting up into the big numbers as well. You will need to plan accordingly as far as your wardrobe, your sunscreen needs, and the activities you will want to engage in during your visit. Don’t worry, though, your trip is sure to be an exciting experience filled with adventures you will never forget, and it will be a chill one as well, especially if you follow the advice we give in this guide to mid-summer Port Aransas activities that will keep you cool!

Beach Mornings Will Cool You Down

The first of our Port A summer hacks for keeping cool is to do any outdoor activities in the morning hours, and that includes your beach time. You can still get an amazing tan if you leave before noon, and all the splashing in the water will help you stay cool as you participate in your later day activities. If you aren’t one to laze about on the sand or float aimlessly on salt water, you may want to try parasailing with Chute ‘em Up Parasailing, with the same breezes that help keep you aloft working as a personal fan, and as you fly through the air you will get to see pods of dolphins playing and lighthouses doing their thing!

Road Trips to Cool Adventures

Did the sight of dolphins frolicking in the surf pique your interest in the inhabitants of the sea? A road trip to Corpus Christi during the hot afternoon hours (second summer hack for keeping cool is go where the air conditioning is!) and a visit to the Texas State Aquarium, 2710 N Shoreline Boulevard, really is one of the coolest adventures. The nonprofit aquarium is geared towards environmental conservation and the rehabilitation of the wildlife that may have been sick or injured, and its very own Dolphin Bay will foster a love for the slippery creatures just as its shark exhibits will remind you that not all sharks are Jaws!

Enjoy Retail Therapy With These Mid-Summer Port Aransas Activities

Our next summer hack for keeping cool may not be scientifically proven, but it is a sound theory—or at least WE think it is! It is impossible to feel hot and bothered when you find a cute new top or some darling shoes, so we suggest exploring the shops of Port Aransas during the warmest parts of the day. Gratitude, 316 N Station Street, may be where you spend the lion’s share of your shopping moments, especially as you want to take your time examining each and every shelf. The owner is a friendly woman who packs a lot of interest into a smaller space, and if you blink, you may miss the perfect gift. If you don’t want to drive from shop to shop, (Remember, the air conditioning in each store will keep you cool!) Alister Street is a street filled with shops and restaurants, each offering something more wonderful than the one before.

Dive into Fun

We live here year round and we do know that the heat can be off-putting, but we also know all the ways to stay cool, and this next hack promises to be a fun one for the family. Every summer the Port Aransas Community Pool (Community Park, 700 Clark Parkway) offers Dive-In Movie Nights starting at 8 PM and costing the normal pool entrance fee. The deep end of the pool will be closed, and no floats are allowed, but watching movies such as the Little Mermaid (June 27), Wicked (July 25), and Wild America (August 22) while playing in the pool is sure to be one of your favorite cool activities! Popcorn and lemonade completes the picture of a wholesome summer family event and may give you some ideas on what you can do at home in your own pool. Did you know that inflatable movie screens can be purchased for as low as $70, and the projector can be even cheaper?

Hanging Out at Home in Your PortAransas-Texas.com Retreat

Because our summer sanctuaries are loaded with extra special amenities, when the temperatures rise, you may just want to come back to your escape and chill at home for a while. The resort pools can bring fun and coolness to your summer adventures, and when your kids are waterlogged and mama just needs a cool drink, air conditioned condos will feel quite heavenly. Staying hydrated is another hack for keeping cool, and although we doubt that the doctors see things our way, a frozen margarita (there will be blenders in most kitchens) can cool you down and definitely help you relax as you watch summer blockbuster movies or play board games with the family. Reserve your favorite seasonal sanctuary today!