Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score8.6 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: April and January.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area are February, April and January. February 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.
Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area is a state park in Texas’s Hill Country tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing nature, scenic, photography 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, ROCKSPRINGS, located approximately 0.6 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.6Great
Compare all 12 months for Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.5Excellent
Rain8.4Great
Crowds6.6Fair
Value9.2Excellent
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.5Excellent
Seasonal Appeal8.5Great
Cost$Budget
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary9.5 / 10
Least RainFebruary8.4 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.1 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.3 / 10
FamiliesFebruary9.9 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.8 / 10
SoloFebruary9.8 / 10
RomanticFebruary8.7 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.6 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary9.5 / 10
SightseeingFebruary9.2 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGood
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysGood
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysFair
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area in February
8.6 / 10 Great
February in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.5°F and low near 40.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.93 inches across 5.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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.
Weather9.5
Rain8.4
Crowds6.6
Value9.2
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.5
Seasonal Appeal8.5
Cost$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 62.50°F
- Average Low
- 40.80°F
- Rainfall
- 0.93 in
- Rainy Days
- 5.40
- Humidity
- 64.20%
- Daylight
- 11.10 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $ – Budget-friendly
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.5 | 9.4 | 8.2 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| February | 8.6 | 9.5 | 8.4 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| March | 8.2 | 9.2 | 7.6 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| April | 8.5 | 9.4 | 8.0 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| May | 8.1 | 8.9 | 6.5 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| June | 7.9 | 8.8 | 7.2 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| July | 7.8 | 8.4 | 7.7 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| August | 7.7 | 7.9 | 6.7 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| September | 8.1 | 8.9 | 6.5 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| October | 8.2 | 9.0 | 6.8 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| November | 8.4 | 9.3 | 7.9 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| December | 8.3 | 9.4 | 8.0 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February8.6
- 2January8.5
- 3April8.5
- 4November8.4
- 5December8.3
- 6March8.2
- 7October8.2
- 8May8.1
- 9September8.1
- 10June7.9
- 11July7.8
- 12August7.7
GreatFebruary · January · April · November · December · March · October · May · September
GoodJune · July · August
Season Overview
Spring
8.3 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.8 / 10June is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
8.2 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.5 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.9 / 10
Couples9.8 / 10
Solo9.8 / 10
Romantic8.7 / 10
Relaxing9.6 / 10
Outdoors9.5 / 10
Sightseeing9.2 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$Feb$Mar$Apr$May$Jun$Jul$Aug$Sep$Oct$Nov$Dec$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprBusyMayModerateJunBusyJulBusyAugModerateSepModerateOctBusyNovBusyDecBusy
January in Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
58.50° / 37.20°F 1.03 in Light crowds $
January in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 58.5°F and low near 37.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.03 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 9.4/10 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.
February in Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
62.50° / 40.80°F 0.93 in Light crowds $
February in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.5°F and low near 40.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.93 inches across 5.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 9.5/10 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.
March in Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
69.50° / 46.70°F 1.81 in Moderate crowds $
March in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.5°F and low near 46.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.81 inches across 6.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 9.2/10 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 Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
76.90° / 53.70°F 1.66 in Moderate crowds $
April in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.9°F and low near 53.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.66 inches across 4.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 9.4/10 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 Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
82.80° / 61.50°F 3.35 in Light crowds $
May in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.8°F and low near 61.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.35 inches across 6.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 8.9/10 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 Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
88.30° / 67.50°F 2.50 in Moderate crowds $
June in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.3°F and low near 67.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.50 inches across 5.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 8.8/10 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 Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
90.80° / 69.50°F 1.95 in Moderate crowds $
July in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.8°F and low near 69.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.95 inches across 4.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 8.4/10 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 Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
91.30° / 69.70°F 3.10 in Light crowds $
August in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.3°F and low near 69.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.10 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 7.9/10 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 Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
84.90° / 64.80°F 3.38 in Light crowds $
September in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.9°F and low near 64.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.38 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 8.9/10 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 Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
76.70° / 56.30°F 3.05 in Moderate crowds $
October in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.7°F and low near 56.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.05 inches across 5.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 9.0/10 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.
November in Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
66.00° / 46.10°F 1.66 in Moderate crowds $
November in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.0°F and low near 46.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.66 inches across 5.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 9.3/10 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.
December in Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area
59.30° / 38.40°F 1.62 in Moderate crowds $
December in Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.3°F and low near 38.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.62 inches across 4.5 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $ – budget-friendly conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, 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 9.4/10 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://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/parks-map | Coordinates: Texas Parks & Wildlife park directory | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00417706 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00417706.csv, nearest complete station 0.6 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:Devils_Sinkhole.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Perdustin) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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