Corpus Christi at a glance

Population

2000 Population — Corpus Christi: 277,454; Nueces County: 313,645.

‘Balmy’ is a typical forecast

The city normally has sunny skies, with an average mercury reading of 71 degrees
Residents and visitors alike enjoy sunny skies much of the year. On the average it rains about 76 days each year. In the summer season the area receives nearly 80 percent of possible sunshine. For general safety and protection from Corpus Christi’s part tropical, part arid climate, visitors should pack a hefty supply of sunscreen and lip balm, along with sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat to shield themselves from the coastal sun.

What to Wear

Due to its semi-tropical climate, casual is the word for dress in Corpus Christi. Shorts, sandals and T-shirts are the most common ensemble.
For more formal occasions such as dining out, men wear khaki pants or blue jeans and short-sleeve shirts accompanied with casual shoes. Women will be comfortable in skirts, jeans or light pants and short-sleeve blouses, as well as sun dresses.
In the cooler months, light jackets are recommended. And because the region receives nearly 80 percent of the possible sunshine in the summer months, sunglasses are an important part of local dress.
Country-western wear also is popular — cowboy hats and boots often accompany blue jeans and long- or short-sleeve shirts, even at formal events.

What to See

Possibly Corpus Christi's biggest attraction are the pristine beaches and warm tropical waters. From Corpus Christi beach to Mustang Island State Park you are sure to find a family friendly beach experience. Sit back, enjoy the bright South Texas sun and be sure to bring the sunblock!

Where to Eat

Downtown Corpus Christi offers a banquet of flavors and styles to choose from. Seafood, cajun, tex-mex, american, it's all here. One of the city's favorites is U&I restaurant. Featuring fine steaks and premium seafood plus lunch specials.

Information Centers

Visitor Information Center
1823 N. Chaparral St., 561-2000.

Corpus Christi Area Convention & Visitors Bureau:
Nueces River Visitors Information Center,
6667 Highway 7, 241-1464

Padre Island Visitors Information Center
14252 S. Padre Island Drive, 949-8743;

Shoreline Visitors Information Center
1201 N. Shoreline Blvd., 881-1888.