Big Bend National Park in September
In September, Big Bend National Park averages a high of 86°F and a low of 63°F, with 1.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 23,000 people visit, the 9th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 12 hours 18 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 86° / 63°F
- Precipitation
- 1.7in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 12h 18m
- Visitors
- 23,000
- 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 September
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe Mountains National Park | 81° / 61° | Moderate | Hot |
| Carlsbad Caverns National Park | 83° / 60° | Busy | Hot |
| San Antonio Missions National Historical Park | 91° / 71° | Very busy | Very hot |
| White Sands National Park | 89° / 56° | Moderate | Hot |
| Lake Meredith National Recreation Area | 87° / 57° | Moderate | Hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Big Bend National Park on nps.gov
All twelve months at Big Bend · National parks to visit in September