Big Bend National Park in August
In August, Big Bend National Park averages a high of 91°F and a low of 69°F, with 1.9 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 16,000 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 13 hours 12 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 91° / 69°F
- Precipitation
- 1.9in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 12m
- Visitors
- 16,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: January (moderate), February (moderate) and November (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Panther Junction, TX, 0.9 miles from the park's center, 3,740 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in August
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe Mountains National Park | 88° / 66° | Quiet | Hot |
| Carlsbad Caverns National Park | 90° / 66° | Busy | Very hot |
| San Antonio Missions National Historical Park | 98° / 76° | Very busy | Very hot |
| White Sands National Park | 95° / 64° | Moderate | Very hot |
| Lake Meredith National Recreation Area | 94° / 64° | Busy | Very hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Big Bend National Park on nps.gov
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