Best MonthApril
TExplore Score8.1 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: October and February.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Fort Parker State Park are April, October and February. 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 Parker 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, FAIRFIELD 3W, located approximately 21.1 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 Fort Parker State Park using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
April Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.9Great
Rain6.6Fair
Crowds6.3Fair
Value8.9Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.8Great
Seasonal Appeal9.4Excellent
Cost$Budget
Best Time For
Best WeatherApril8.9 / 10
Least RainJuly7.9 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.3 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.3 / 10
FamiliesApril9.7 / 10
CouplesApril9.6 / 10
SoloApril9.6 / 10
RomanticApril8.5 / 10
RelaxingApril9.4 / 10
OutdoorsApril8.8 / 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 Parker State Park in April
8.1 / 10 Great
April in Fort Parker State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.8°F and low near 54.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.29 inches across 5.8 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.
Weather8.9
Rain6.6
Crowds6.3
Value8.9
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.8
Seasonal Appeal9.4
Cost$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 75.80°F
- Average Low
- 54.40°F
- Rainfall
- 3.29 in
- Rainy Days
- 5.80
- Humidity
- 76.10%
- Daylight
- 12.90 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $ – Budget-friendly
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.9 | 8.5 | 6.1 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| February | 7.9 | 8.7 | 6.2 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| March | 7.7 | 8.6 | 5.8 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| April | 8.1 | 8.9 | 6.6 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| May | 7.8 | 8.5 | 5.4 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| June | 7.4 | 8.0 | 5.5 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| July | 7.6 | 7.8 | 7.9 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| August | 7.5 | 7.1 | 7.0 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| September | 8.0 | 8.6 | 6.8 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| October | 7.9 | 8.7 | 5.8 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| November | 7.8 | 8.6 | 5.7 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| December | 7.6 | 8.6 | 5.8 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
Best to Worst Months
- 1April8.1
- 2September8.0
- 3February7.9
- 4October7.9
- 5January7.9
- 6November7.8
- 7May7.8
- 8March7.7
- 9December7.6
- 10July7.6
- 11August7.5
- 12June7.4
GreatApril
GoodSeptember · February · October · January · November · May · March · December · July · August · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.8 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.5 / 10July is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.9 / 10September is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
7.8 / 10February 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
Outdoors8.8 / 10
Sightseeing9.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$Feb$Mar$Apr$May$Jun$Jul$Aug$Sep$Oct$Nov$Dec$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprBusyMayModerateJunBusyJulBusyAugModerateSepModerateOctBusyNovModerateDecBusy
January in Fort Parker State Park
58.00° / 36.00°F 3.65 in Light crowds $
January in Fort Parker State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 58.0°F and low near 36.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.65 inches across 7.1 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 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.
February in Fort Parker State Park
61.20° / 39.90°F 3.46 in Light crowds $
February in Fort Parker State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.2°F and low near 39.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.46 inches across 7.4 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.
March in Fort Parker State Park
68.50° / 46.60°F 3.81 in Moderate crowds $
March in Fort Parker State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.5°F and low near 46.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.81 inches across 8.0 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.
April in Fort Parker State Park
75.80° / 54.40°F 3.29 in Moderate crowds $
April in Fort Parker State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.8°F and low near 54.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.29 inches across 5.8 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 April for nature, scenic, photography, 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.
May in Fort Parker State Park
82.20° / 63.80°F 4.70 in Light crowds $
May in Fort Parker State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.2°F and low near 63.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.70 inches across 6.8 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.
June in Fort Parker State Park
88.80° / 70.00°F 4.50 in Moderate crowds $
June in Fort Parker State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.8°F and low near 70.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.50 inches across 7.2 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 June for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.0/10 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 Fort Parker State Park
93.50° / 73.10°F 1.77 in Moderate crowds $
July in Fort Parker State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 93.5°F and low near 73.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.77 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 July for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.8/10 weather score, and moderate 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 Fort Parker State Park
95.20° / 72.10°F 2.88 in Light crowds $
August in Fort Parker State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.2°F and low near 72.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.88 inches across 4.9 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 7.1/10 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 Fort Parker State Park
88.40° / 65.80°F 3.18 in Light crowds $
September in Fort Parker State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.4°F and low near 65.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.18 inches across 5.0 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 September for nature, scenic, photography, 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.
October in Fort Parker State Park
79.00° / 55.90°F 4.23 in Moderate crowds $
October in Fort Parker State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.0°F and low near 55.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.23 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 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.
November in Fort Parker State Park
67.80° / 45.10°F 3.91 in Light crowds $
November in Fort Parker State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.8°F and low near 45.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.91 inches across 8.0 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 November for nature, scenic, photography, 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.
December in Fort Parker State Park
59.60° / 37.80°F 4.11 in Moderate crowds $
December in Fort Parker State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.6°F and low near 37.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.11 inches across 6.9 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 8.6/10 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.
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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, USC00413047 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00413047.csv, nearest complete station 21.1 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_parker_state_park.jpg (CC BY 4.0; Larry D. Moore) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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