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Best Time to Visit Guadalupe River State Park, Texas

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

Best MonthApril
TExplore Score8.3 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: February and January.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
Adventure Travelers Couples Families Nature Lovers Outdoor Travelers

The strongest overall windows for Guadalupe River State Park are April, February and January. 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.

Guadalupe River State Park is a state park in Texas’s Hill 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, BOERNE, located approximately 14.3 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.

TExplore Score8.3Great

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

April Scores

The strongest month at a glance.

Weather9.1Excellent
Rain7.1Good
Crowds6.2Fair
Value8.9Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.0Excellent
Seasonal Appeal10.0Excellent
Cost$Budget

Best Time For

Best WeatherFebruary9.1 / 10
Least RainAugust7.2 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.2 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.3 / 10
FamiliesJanuary9.7 / 10
CouplesJanuary9.6 / 10
SoloJanuary9.6 / 10
RomanticJanuary8.5 / 10
RelaxingJanuary9.4 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary9.0 / 10
SightseeingJanuary9.0 / 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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Guadalupe River State Park in April

8.3 / 10 Great

April in Guadalupe River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.8°F and low near 53.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.52 inches across 5.9 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
Weather9.1
Rain7.1
Crowds6.2
Value8.9
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.0
Seasonal Appeal10.0
Cost$

Month at a Glance

Average High
78.80°F
Average Low
53.80°F
Rainfall
2.52 in
Rainy Days
5.90
Humidity
66.80%
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
January8.29.07.1Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
February8.39.17.1Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
March7.98.96.6Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
April8.39.17.1Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
May7.68.34.7Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
June7.58.16.1Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
July7.57.87.1Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
August7.67.57.2Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
September7.78.35.9Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
October8.08.76.0Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
November8.18.96.7Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
December8.09.17.1Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel

Best to Worst Months

  1. 1April8.3
  2. 2February8.3
  3. 3January8.2
  4. 4November8.1
  5. 5December8.0
  6. 6October8.0
  7. 7March7.9
  8. 8September7.7
  9. 9August7.6
  10. 10May7.6
  11. 11July7.5
  12. 12June7.5
GreatApril · February · January · November · December
GoodOctober · March · September · August · May · 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

8.1 / 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
Outdoors9.0 / 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
Score 8.2 · Great

January in Guadalupe River State Park

61.50° / 36.60°F 2.28 in Light crowds $

January in Guadalupe River State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.5°F and low near 36.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.28 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 January for nature, scenic, photography, 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.

Score 8.3 · Great

February in Guadalupe River State Park

65.50° / 40.50°F 2.22 in Light crowds $

February in Guadalupe River State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.5°F and low near 40.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.22 inches across 7.2 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 9.1/10 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

March in Guadalupe River State Park

72.10° / 47.20°F 2.79 in Moderate crowds $

March in Guadalupe River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 72.1°F and low near 47.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.79 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 March 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.

Score 8.3 · Great

April in Guadalupe River State Park

78.80° / 53.80°F 2.52 in Moderate crowds $

April in Guadalupe River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.8°F and low near 53.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.52 inches across 5.9 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 9.1/10 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 7.6 · Good

May in Guadalupe River State Park

84.00° / 62.70°F 5.28 in Light crowds $

May in Guadalupe River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 84.0°F and low near 62.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 5.28 inches across 8.2 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 8.3/10 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.

Score 7.5 · Good

June in Guadalupe River State Park

89.80° / 69.00°F 3.78 in Moderate crowds $

June in Guadalupe River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.8°F and low near 69.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.78 inches across 6.6 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 8.1/10 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 Guadalupe River State Park

92.50° / 71.00°F 2.83 in Moderate crowds $

July in Guadalupe River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.5°F and low near 71.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.83 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 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.

Score 7.6 · Good

August in Guadalupe River State Park

94.10° / 70.50°F 2.80 in Light crowds $

August in Guadalupe River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.1°F and low near 70.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.80 inches across 4.6 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 7.5/10 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 7.7 · Good

September in Guadalupe River State Park

88.50° / 65.10°F 3.90 in Light crowds $

September in Guadalupe River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.5°F and low near 65.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.90 inches across 7.2 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 8.3/10 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.

Score 8.0 · Good

October in Guadalupe River State Park

80.50° / 55.60°F 3.88 in Moderate crowds $

October in Guadalupe River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 80.5°F and low near 55.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.88 inches across 6.5 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.

Score 8.1 · Great

November in Guadalupe River State Park

70.00° / 45.40°F 2.92 in Light crowds $

November in Guadalupe River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 70.0°F and low near 45.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.92 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 November 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.

Score 8.0 · Great

December in Guadalupe River State Park

62.70° / 38.00°F 2.32 in Moderate crowds $

December in Guadalupe River State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.7°F and low near 38.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.32 inches across 6.7 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 9.1/10 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, USC00410902 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00410902.csv, nearest complete station 14.3 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:Guadalupe_river_state_park_bluff.jpg (CC BY 4.0; Larry D. Moore) Last updated: 2026-08-11

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