Weather Forecast and Radar for Texas Memorial Stadium

Routes Running Nearby to Texas Memorial Stadium

• The I-10 runs east-west about 25 miles south of Texas Memorial Stadium.

• The I-35 runs north-south directly through Austin, TX, near Texas Memorial Stadium.

Weather at Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium

Austin is home to a hot and arid climate in the summer. As such, the Darrel K Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium and the fans and players it hosts are no strangers to this dry heat during each game.

During the warmer months, the stadium endures an average temperature of 96.8°F, although, on occasion, the thermometers has been known to crack 102°F.

On the other hand, winters at the stadium are decidedly cold and often see dry, unpredictable winds. Temperatures in the winter can drop below freezing. Fans and players should typically prepare for weather between 30°F and 43°F.

Where is Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium Located?

The city of Austin, Texas is known for its deep appreciation of American football, and as such, the city boasts a number of highly important stadiums centered around the sport. Near the top of this prestigious list of stadiums sits Darrell K Royal – Texas Memorial Stadium.

Texas Memorial Stadium is located at 2139 San Jacinto Blvd, TX 78712 (GPS: 30.2836, -97.7325). While the stadium itself is a destination, Texas Memorial is surrounded by other points of interest such as The University of Texas at Austin and the Kenneth E. Boyd. ATC.

In addition, the area is home to a significant number of avenues as well as streets where public transport can easily drop fans very close to all the action.

Which Teams Play at Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium?

The “Darrell K Royal” (as the locals usually abbreviate it) is home to the Texas Longhorn Athletics - an American football team that plays in the NCAA and the Big 12 Conference.

The Darrell K Royal has seen its fair share of massively important games, among them, finals played in 1963, 1969, 1970 and 2005.

In addition to being the home of the Longhorn Athletics, Darrell K Royal Stadium has played host to the Rose Bowl, Orange Bowl and even the Sugar Bowl to rank as one of the college football stadiums with an ever-growing list of notable events to its name.

Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium Capacity

With a maximum capacity of 110,119 people, the Darrel K Royal is one of the largest football fields in the United States. In fact, it ranks as the second largest in Texas and the eighth largest in the entire United States!

Since its construction, Darrell K Royal has received a variety of renovations and expansions. For example, its 2009 expansion allowed the stadium to accommodate almost 5,000 new seats, and a new remodeling is expected at some point in the future, at which point, Darrell K Royal will hold the record for the largest stadium in Texas.

Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium Infrastructure

Darrell K Royal is not only a stadium of ample proportions in terms of its capacity, but it is also an extremely well-kept stadium in terms of its infrastructure. The stadium does not have a retractable roof, but it has a natural grass surface.

The stadium was founded in 1924 but has had some major renovations throughout its life to enhance the structure. In 2009, a renovation project included the remodeling of its seats, some lighting towers, and an increase in increase in the total capacity of the venue.

How Do I Get to Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium?

This stadium is very easily accessible by bus - from no matter where you are in Austin.

You’ll want to use lines 10, 642 and 7 as all of them will bring you to Darrell K Royal. Depending on where you begin your journey, each line can take approximately one hour to reach the field.

The History of the Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium

This stadium has a history dating back to 1924 when one of the most reputable fields for playing American football and other sports was built in Texas City.

Very soon, the games of the Texas Langhorn Athletics began to be played in the stadium. With a popular team in place soon after the stadium’s establishment, it was able to boast impressive facts such as never holding a game with less than 100,000 spectators, and being the first stadium in Texas to record 100,000 people in attendance.

Where Can I Stay Near Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium?

The hotels that are close to the stadium are numerous, and most are affordably priced. Two great examples are the Rodeway Inn University and the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center.

These hotels provide their guests with a wide range of comforts as well as amenities like WiFi, swimming pools, and even a number of discounts applicable to the area.

Where Can I Eat Near Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium?

While Darrell K Royal’s surrounding area has plenty of great places to grab a bite, Burrito Factory and the Taco Joint are particularly notable. They specialize in Mexican food and certain dishes typical to Texas. Tex-Mex anyone?

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