Guadalupe Mountains National Park in October
In October, Guadalupe Mountains National Park averages a high of 73°F and a low of 51°F, with 0.8 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 21,000 people visit, the 4th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 20 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 73° / 51°F
- Precipitation
- 0.8in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 11h 20m
- Visitors
- 21,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: February (moderate), April (busy) and November (moderate).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Pine Springs NP, TX, 7.5 miles from the park's center, 5,456 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad Caverns National Park | 75° / 52° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| White Sands National Park | 79° / 42° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Big Bend National Park | 80° / 55° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Lake Meredith National Recreation Area | 75° / 43° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Saguaro National Park | 84° / 46° | Moderate | Hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Guadalupe Mountains National Park on nps.gov
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