Prairies & Lakes

Best Time to Visit Fort Boggy State Park, Texas

Compare all 12 months for Fort Boggy State Park using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.

Best MonthApril
TExplore Score8.2 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: November and October.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
Adventure Travelers Couples Families Nature Lovers Outdoor Travelers

The strongest overall windows for Fort Boggy State Park are April, November and October. 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.

Fort Boggy State Park is a state park in Texas’s Prairies & Lakes tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing nature, scenic, photography, hiking 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, CENTERVILLE, located approximately 4.9 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.

TExplore Score8.2Great

Compare all 12 months for Fort Boggy State Park using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.

April Scores

The strongest month at a glance.

Weather9.0Excellent
Rain6.8Fair
Crowds6.3Fair
Value8.9Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.9Great
Seasonal Appeal9.5Excellent
Cost$Budget

Best Time For

Best WeatherApril9.0 / 10
Least RainJuly7.4 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.3 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.3 / 10
FamiliesApril9.7 / 10
CouplesApril9.6 / 10
SoloApril9.6 / 10
RomanticApril8.5 / 10
RelaxingApril9.4 / 10
OutdoorsApril8.9 / 10
SightseeingApril9.0 / 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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Fort Boggy State Park in April

8.2 / 10 Great

April in Fort Boggy State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 77.5°F and low near 52.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.11 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.

Families Couples Solo travel
Weather9.0
Rain6.8
Crowds6.3
Value8.9
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.9
Seasonal Appeal9.5
Cost$

Month at a Glance

Average High
77.50°F
Average Low
52.40°F
Rainfall
3.11 in
Rainy Days
5.60
Humidity
76.00%
Daylight
12.90 hr
Crowds
Moderate crowds
Cost
$ – Budget-friendly
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All 12 Months

Compare the full year. On phones, every month becomes its own easy-to-read card.

MonthOverallWeatherRainCrowdsCostBest For
January7.98.56.2Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
February8.08.76.3Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
March7.78.65.9Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
April8.29.06.8Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
May7.88.55.5Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
June7.47.95.9Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
July7.57.57.4Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
August7.67.37.1Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
September7.98.46.6Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
October7.98.75.9Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
November8.08.86.1Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
December7.68.55.8Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel

Best to Worst Months

  1. 1April8.2
  2. 2November8.0
  3. 3February8.0
  4. 4October7.9
  5. 5September7.9
  6. 6January7.9
  7. 7May7.8
  8. 8March7.7
  9. 9December7.6
  10. 10August7.6
  11. 11July7.5
  12. 12June7.4
GreatApril
GoodNovember · February · October · September · January · May · March · December · August · July · June

Season Overview

Spring

7.9 / 10

April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.

Summer

7.5 / 10

August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.

Fall

7.9 / 10

November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.

Winter

7.8 / 10

February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.

Traveler Suitability

Families9.7 / 10
Couples9.6 / 10
Solo9.6 / 10
Romantic8.5 / 10
Relaxing9.4 / 10
Outdoors8.9 / 10
Sightseeing9.0 / 10

Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year

CostJan$Feb$Mar$Apr$May$Jun$Jul$Aug$Sep$Oct$Nov$Dec$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprBusyMayModerateJunBusyJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctBusyNovModerateDecBusy
Score 7.9 · Good

January in Fort Boggy State Park

59.50° / 35.10°F 3.47 in Light crowds $

January in Fort Boggy State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.5°F and low near 35.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.47 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. 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 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.

Score 8.0 · Good

February in Fort Boggy State Park

63.40° / 38.90°F 3.22 in Light crowds $

February in Fort Boggy State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.4°F and low near 38.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.22 inches across 7.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. 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 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.

Score 7.7 · Good

March in Fort Boggy State Park

70.30° / 45.20°F 3.90 in Moderate crowds $

March in Fort Boggy State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 70.3°F and low near 45.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.90 inches across 7.1 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 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.

Score 8.2 · Great

April in Fort Boggy State Park

77.50° / 52.40°F 3.11 in Moderate crowds $

April in Fort Boggy State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 77.5°F and low near 52.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.11 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 April 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.

Score 7.8 · Good

May in Fort Boggy State Park

84.10° / 61.70°F 4.65 in Light crowds $

May in Fort Boggy State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.1°F and low near 61.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.65 inches across 6.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. 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 8.5/10 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.

Score 7.4 · Good

June in Fort Boggy State Park

90.50° / 69.10°F 4.00 in Moderate crowds $

June in Fort Boggy State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.5°F and low near 69.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.00 inches across 6.8 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 June for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.9/10 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.

Score 7.5 · Good

July in Fort Boggy State Park

94.00° / 71.70°F 2.47 in Light crowds $

July in Fort Boggy State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.0°F and low near 71.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.47 inches across 4.7 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 July for nature, scenic, photography, 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.

Score 7.6 · Good

August in Fort Boggy State Park

94.90° / 71.00°F 2.71 in Light crowds $

August in Fort Boggy State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.9°F and low near 71.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.71 inches across 5.3 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 7.3/10 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.

Score 7.9 · Good

September in Fort Boggy State Park

89.10° / 64.80°F 3.22 in Light crowds $

September in Fort Boggy State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.1°F and low near 64.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.22 inches across 6.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. 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 8.4/10 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.

Score 7.9 · Good

October in Fort Boggy State Park

80.10° / 53.50°F 4.22 in Moderate crowds $

October in Fort Boggy State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 80.1°F and low near 53.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.22 inches across 6.0 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 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.

Score 8.0 · Good

November in Fort Boggy State Park

69.20° / 44.00°F 3.63 in Light crowds $

November in Fort Boggy State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.2°F and low near 44.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.63 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. 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 November for nature, scenic, photography, 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.

Score 7.6 · Good

December in Fort Boggy State Park

60.70° / 36.90°F 3.81 in Moderate crowds $

December in Fort Boggy State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 60.7°F and low near 36.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.81 inches across 7.9 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 December for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.5/10 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.

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Data source: Catalog: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/parks-map | Coordinates: Texas Parks & Wildlife park directory | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00411596 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00411596.csv, nearest complete station 4.9 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:Fort_Boggy_State_Park_Swimming.jpg (CC BY 4.0; Larry D. Moore) Last updated: 2026-08-11

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