Best MonthNovember
TExplore Score8.1 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: November; strong alternatives: February and April.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Clifton are November, February and April. November 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.
Clifton is a small town in Texas’s Prairies & Lakes tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing sightseeing, history, road trip, scenic 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, WHITNEY DAM, located approximately 13.4 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.1Great
Compare all 12 months for Clifton using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
November Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.0Excellent
Rain6.9Fair
Crowds6.8Fair
Value8.2Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.9Great
Seasonal Appeal8.9Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary9.0 / 10
Least RainJuly8.0 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.5 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.4 / 10
FamiliesFebruary9.7 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.6 / 10
SoloFebruary9.1 / 10
RomanticFebruary9.4 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.4 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary9.0 / 10
SightseeingFebruary9.9 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Clifton in November
8.1 / 10 Great
November in Clifton is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.7°F and low near 44.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.56 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Weather9.0
Rain6.9
Crowds6.8
Value8.2
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.9
Seasonal Appeal8.9
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 67.70°F
- Average Low
- 44.20°F
- Rainfall
- 2.56 in
- Rainy Days
- 7.00
- Humidity
- 69.40%
- Daylight
- 10.50 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.9 | 8.7 | 6.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.1 | 9.0 | 7.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 7.6 | 8.7 | 6.0 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| April | 7.9 | 8.8 | 6.1 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| May | 7.6 | 8.5 | 5.2 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.2 | 7.8 | 6.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.4 | 7.5 | 8.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.5 | 7.3 | 7.8 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 7.7 | 8.3 | 6.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 7.7 | 8.6 | 5.6 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.1 | 9.0 | 6.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 7.8 | 8.9 | 6.7 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1November8.1
- 2February8.1
- 3January7.9
- 4April7.9
- 5December7.8
- 6October7.7
- 7September7.7
- 8May7.6
- 9March7.6
- 10August7.5
- 11July7.4
- 12June7.2
GreatNovember · February
GoodJanuary · April · December · October · September · May · March · August · July · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.7 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.4 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.8 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
7.9 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.7 / 10
Couples9.6 / 10
Solo9.1 / 10
Romantic9.4 / 10
Relaxing9.4 / 10
Outdoors9.0 / 10
Sightseeing9.9 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprModerateMayModerateJunModerateJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctModerateNovModerateDecBusy
January in Clifton
57.00° / 34.20°F 2.51 in Light crowds $$
January in Clifton is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.0°F and low near 34.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.51 inches across 7.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.7/10 weather score, and light 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 Clifton
60.80° / 38.00°F 2.42 in Light crowds $$
February in Clifton is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 60.8°F and low near 38.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.42 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose February for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.0/10 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.
March in Clifton
68.40° / 45.50°F 3.49 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Clifton is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.4°F and low near 45.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.49 inches across 8.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose March for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.7/10 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.
April in Clifton
76.30° / 52.60°F 3.55 in Light crowds $$
April in Clifton is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.3°F and low near 52.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.55 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose April for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.8/10 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.
May in Clifton
83.70° / 62.50°F 4.60 in Light crowds $$
May in Clifton is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 83.7°F and low near 62.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.60 inches across 8.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose May for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.5/10 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.
June in Clifton
91.10° / 69.60°F 3.85 in Light crowds $$
June in Clifton is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.1°F and low near 69.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.85 inches across 6.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose June for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.8/10 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.
July in Clifton
95.40° / 71.70°F 1.68 in Light crowds $$
July in Clifton is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.4°F and low near 71.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.68 inches across 4.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose July for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.5/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
August in Clifton
95.80° / 71.60°F 2.03 in Light crowds $$
August in Clifton is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.8°F and low near 71.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.03 inches across 4.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose August for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.3/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Plan strenuous activity early, carry extra water and allow for intense afternoon heat.
September in Clifton
89.40° / 65.70°F 3.83 in Light crowds $$
September in Clifton is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.4°F and low near 65.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.83 inches across 5.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose September for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.3/10 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.
October in Clifton
79.40° / 54.50°F 4.37 in Light crowds $$
October in Clifton is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.4°F and low near 54.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.37 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose October for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.6/10 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.
November in Clifton
67.70° / 44.20°F 2.56 in Light crowds $$
November in Clifton is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.7°F and low near 44.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.56 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose November for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.0/10 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.
December in Clifton
58.90° / 36.70°F 2.69 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Clifton is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 58.9°F and low near 36.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.69 inches across 7.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose December for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 8.9/10 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.
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How Scores Are Calculated
Data source: Catalog: https://www.traveltexas.com/cities-and-regions/texas-cities/ | Coordinates: 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer GEOID 4815472 | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00419715 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00419715.csv, nearest complete station 13.4 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:Downtown_Clifton_Wiki_4_(1_of_1).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Renelibrary) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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