Welcome to Brownsville, Texas
Brownsville is Texas' southernmost, international seaport
and the largest city in the lower Rio Grande Valley.
Brownsville's location is about 25 miles inland from the
Gulf of Mexico at an elevation of approximately 33 feet
above sea level. It is adjacent to Mexico and its sister
city, Matamoros, Tamaulipas.
Brownsville's semi-tropical climate is recognized as one of
the most delightful in the nation. The city has an average
temperature of 74 degrees and an average rainfall of 25.55
inches. Average relative humidity is 75.25%. The comfortable
year-round climate provides for an abundance of recreational
fun and activities. Residents regularly visit Matamoros and
South Padre Island as both places are only minutes away.
Brownsville's population is quickly approaching 200,000 and
growing. Our sister city of Matamoros has a population is
excess of 750,000. As the seat of Cameron County, we are a
city rich in history and one of the fastest growing areas in
the United States.
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