Best MonthApril
TExplore Score8.4 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: November and March.
Best SeasonSpring
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail are April, November and March. April leads this dataset's balance of weather, rain, comfort, crowds, value and seasonal appeal. Travelers with different priorities should compare the full month table before booking.
Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is a national park in Texas’s Big Bend Country tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing nature, scenic, photography, road trip across the year. This guide evaluates every month with one consistent framework covering temperature, precipitation, humidity, daylight, comfort, outdoor suitability, expected demand, relative cost and traveler fit. Climate values use the nearest complete NOAA 1991–2020 monthly-normal station, PINE SPRINGS, located approximately 4.2 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.4Great
Compare all 12 months for Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
April Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.7Excellent
Rain9.1Excellent
Crowds5.8Less Ideal
Value7.7Good
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.7Excellent
Seasonal Appeal9.1Excellent
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherApril9.7 / 10
Least RainApril9.1 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust6.6 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.0 / 10
FamiliesMarch9.1 / 10
CouplesMarch9.8 / 10
SoloMarch9.8 / 10
RomanticMarch8.7 / 10
RelaxingMarch9.6 / 10
OutdoorsApril9.7 / 10
SightseeingFebruary10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayLess Ideal
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysFair
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysGreat
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysExcellent
1 Week+Great
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail in April
8.4 / 10 Great
April in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 70.7°F and low near 45.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.50 inches across 2.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Weather9.7
Rain9.1
Crowds5.8
Value7.7
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.7
Seasonal Appeal9.1
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 70.70°F
- Average Low
- 45.70°F
- Rainfall
- 0.50 in
- Rainy Days
- 2.80
- Humidity
- 31.00%
- Daylight
- 12.90 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.0 | 8.9 | 8.8 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| February | 8.1 | 9.2 | 8.7 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| March | 8.1 | 9.6 | 8.9 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| April | 8.4 | 9.7 | 9.1 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| May | 8.2 | 9.5 | 8.4 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| June | 7.7 | 9.0 | 7.7 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| July | 7.3 | 8.6 | 6.3 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| August | 7.5 | 8.7 | 6.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| September | 7.8 | 9.0 | 7.0 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| October | 8.0 | 9.3 | 7.8 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| November | 8.3 | 9.6 | 8.6 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
| December | 7.8 | 8.9 | 8.6 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Couples, Solo travel |
Best to Worst Months
- 1April8.4
- 2November8.3
- 3May8.2
- 4February8.1
- 5March8.1
- 6October8.0
- 7January8.0
- 8September7.8
- 9December7.8
- 10June7.7
- 11August7.5
- 12July7.3
GreatApril · November · May · February · March · October · January
GoodSeptember · December · June · August · July
Season Overview
Spring
8.2 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.5 / 10June is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
8.0 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.0 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.1 / 10
Couples9.8 / 10
Solo9.8 / 10
Romantic8.7 / 10
Relaxing9.6 / 10
Outdoors9.7 / 10
Sightseeing10.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanBusyFebBusyMarBusyAprBusyMayBusyJunBusyJulBusyAugModerateSepBusyOctBusyNovBusyDecBusy
January in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
53.90° / 31.50°F 0.63 in Moderate crowds $$
January in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically cool, with an average high near 53.9°F and low near 31.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.63 inches across 4.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose January for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.9/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
February in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
56.20° / 34.10°F 0.70 in Moderate crowds $$
February in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 56.2°F and low near 34.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.70 inches across 4.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose February for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.2/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
March in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
63.40° / 39.50°F 0.54 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.4°F and low near 39.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.54 inches across 3.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose March for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.6/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
April in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
70.70° / 45.70°F 0.50 in Moderate crowds $$
April in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 70.7°F and low near 45.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.50 inches across 2.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose April for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.7/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
May in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
78.80° / 55.20°F 0.85 in Moderate crowds $$
May in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.8°F and low near 55.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.85 inches across 5.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose May for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.5/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
June in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
87.80° / 63.50°F 1.52 in Moderate crowds $$
June in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.8°F and low near 63.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.52 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose June for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.0/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
July in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
87.20° / 64.00°F 2.78 in Moderate crowds $$
July in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.2°F and low near 64.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.78 inches across 9.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose July for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.6/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
August in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
84.40° / 62.00°F 3.11 in Light crowds $$
August in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.4°F and low near 62.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.11 inches across 9.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose August for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.7/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
September in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
80.10° / 58.00°F 2.29 in Moderate crowds $$
September in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 80.1°F and low near 58.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.29 inches across 7.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose September for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.0/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
October in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
71.90° / 49.70°F 1.34 in Moderate crowds $$
October in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 71.9°F and low near 49.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.34 inches across 6.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose October for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.3/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
November in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
61.00° / 39.20°F 0.96 in Moderate crowds $$
November in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.0°F and low near 39.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.96 inches across 3.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose November for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.6/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
December in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail
53.90° / 33.20°F 0.77 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail is typically cool, with an average high near 53.9°F and low near 33.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.77 inches across 4.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, couples, solo travel, especially when the plan emphasizes nature, scenic, photography. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose December for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.9/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
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How Scores Are Calculated
Data source: Catalog: https://www.nps.gov/state/tx/list.htm?program=all | Coordinates: National Park Service unit reference location | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00417044 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00417044.csv, nearest complete station 4.2 mi | Humidity: NASA POWER 2001-2020 climatology https://power.larc.nasa.gov/api/temporal/climatology/point | Daylight: astronomical calculation at mid-month | Derived scores: TExploreVibe v2 documented methodology | Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Overland_Mail_Coach,_from_Arizona,_As_It_Is,_the_Coming_Country_1877_by_Hiram_C_Hodge.jpg (Public domain; Etching artist unknown) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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