Best MonthApril
TExplore Score9.0 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: November and February.
Best SeasonSpring
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Franklin Mountains State Park are April, November 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.
Franklin Mountains State Park is a state park in Texas’s Big Bend Country 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, LA TUNA 1 S, located approximately 6.6 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score9.0Excellent
Compare all 12 months for Franklin Mountains State Park using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
April Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather10.0Excellent
Rain9.9Excellent
Crowds6.4Fair
Value9.1Excellent
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors10.0Excellent
Seasonal Appeal9.3Excellent
Cost$Budget
Best Time For
Best WeatherApril10.0 / 10
Least RainApril9.9 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.3 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.4 / 10
FamiliesFebruary10.0 / 10
CouplesApril10.0 / 10
SoloApril10.0 / 10
RomanticApril8.9 / 10
RelaxingApril9.8 / 10
OutdoorsApril10.0 / 10
SightseeingApril9.4 / 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
Choose a Month
Update the preview without leaving this page.
Franklin Mountains State Park in April
9.0 / 10 Excellent
April in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.8°F and low near 50.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.03 inches across 0.7 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 couples, families, 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.
Weather10.0
Rain9.9
Crowds6.4
Value9.1
Comfort10.0
Outdoors10.0
Seasonal Appeal9.3
Cost$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 78.80°F
- Average Low
- 50.80°F
- Rainfall
- 0.03 in
- Rainy Days
- 0.70
- Humidity
- 28.20%
- Daylight
- 12.90 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $ – Budget-friendly
All 12 Months
Compare the full year. On phones, every month becomes its own easy-to-read card.
| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.7 | 9.4 | 9.2 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| February | 8.9 | 9.8 | 9.4 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| March | 8.7 | 9.9 | 9.7 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| April | 9.0 | 10.0 | 9.9 | Busy | $ | Couples, Families, Solo travel |
| May | 8.8 | 9.6 | 9.6 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| June | 7.9 | 8.0 | 9.2 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| July | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.3 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| August | 7.9 | 8.0 | 7.9 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| September | 8.5 | 9.3 | 8.3 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| October | 8.8 | 9.7 | 9.0 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| November | 8.9 | 9.8 | 9.4 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| December | 8.4 | 9.3 | 9.3 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
Best to Worst Months
- 1April9.0
- 2November8.9
- 3February8.9
- 4May8.8
- 5October8.8
- 6March8.7
- 7January8.7
- 8September8.5
- 9December8.4
- 10August7.9
- 11June7.9
- 12July7.4
ExcellentApril
GreatNovember · February · May · October · March · January · September · December
GoodAugust · June · July
Season Overview
Spring
8.8 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.7 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
8.7 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.7 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families10.0 / 10
Couples10.0 / 10
Solo10.0 / 10
Romantic8.9 / 10
Relaxing9.8 / 10
Outdoors10.0 / 10
Sightseeing9.4 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$Feb$Mar$Apr$May$Jun$Jul$Aug$Sep$Oct$Nov$Dec$
CrowdsJanBusyFebBusyMarBusyAprBusyMayModerateJunModerateJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctBusyNovBusyDecBusy
January in Franklin Mountains State Park
57.20° / 34.00°F 0.54 in Moderate crowds $
January in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.2°F and low near 34.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.54 inches across 2.4 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 January for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.4/10 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 Franklin Mountains State Park
63.10° / 38.60°F 0.31 in Moderate crowds $
February in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.1°F and low near 38.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.31 inches across 2.2 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 February for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.8/10 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.
March in Franklin Mountains State Park
70.10° / 44.80°F 0.15 in Moderate crowds $
March in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 70.1°F and low near 44.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.15 inches across 1.1 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 March for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.9/10 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.
April in Franklin Mountains State Park
78.80° / 50.80°F 0.03 in Moderate crowds $
April in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.8°F and low near 50.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.03 inches across 0.7 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 couples, families, 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 10.0/10 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.
May in Franklin Mountains State Park
87.70° / 60.50°F 0.28 in Light crowds $
May in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.7°F and low near 60.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.28 inches across 1.2 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 9.6/10 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.
June in Franklin Mountains State Park
95.30° / 69.60°F 0.70 in Light crowds $
June in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.3°F and low near 69.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.70 inches across 1.8 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 June for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.0/10 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.
July in Franklin Mountains State Park
94.30° / 72.90°F 2.43 in Light crowds $
July in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.3°F and low near 72.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.43 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 July for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.4/10 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 Franklin Mountains State Park
92.20° / 71.50°F 1.61 in Light crowds $
August in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.2°F and low near 71.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.61 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 August for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.0/10 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 Franklin Mountains State Park
87.30° / 65.70°F 1.42 in Light crowds $
September in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.3°F and low near 65.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.42 inches across 3.5 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 9.3/10 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 Franklin Mountains State Park
78.40° / 53.70°F 0.72 in Moderate crowds $
October in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.4°F and low near 53.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.72 inches across 2.7 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 9.7/10 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 Franklin Mountains State Park
65.60° / 41.30°F 0.43 in Moderate crowds $
November in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.6°F and low near 41.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.43 inches across 1.7 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 9.8/10 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.
December in Franklin Mountains State Park
55.90° / 34.00°F 0.52 in Moderate crowds $
December in Franklin Mountains State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 55.9°F and low near 34.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.52 inches across 2.0 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 December for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.3/10 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.
Compare Months
Compare Destinations
Choose two or three destination-and-month combinations to compare weather, crowds, value, comfort and traveler fit side by side.
Similar Destinations
Similar Experience, Fewer Crowds
Nearby Destinations
El Paso 8.0$$$7 miles
Anthony 8.9$$7 miles
Wyler Aerial Tramway 8.9$7 miles
Chamizal National Memorial 8.5$$11 miles
El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail 8.5$$11 miles
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site 8.9$28 miles
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, USC00414931 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00414931.csv, nearest complete station 6.6 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:El_Paso_Franklin_Mountains_and_Scenic_Drive_aerial.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0; Dicklyon) Last updated: 2026-08-11
Read the complete scoring methodology →