Prairies & Lakes

Best Time to Visit Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland, Texas

Compare all 12 months for Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.

Best MonthNovember
TExplore Score7.9 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: November; strong alternatives: October and April.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
Adventure Travelers Couples Families Nature Lovers Outdoor Travelers

The strongest overall windows for Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland are November, October and April. November 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.

Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is a nature in Texas’s Prairies & Lakes tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing nature, scenic, photography, road trip 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, ALVORD 3 N, located approximately 5.6 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.

TExplore Score7.9Good

Compare all 12 months for Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.

November Scores

The strongest month at a glance.

Weather9.2Excellent
Rain7.4Good
Crowds5.8Less Ideal
Value7.6Good
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.1Excellent
Seasonal Appeal9.1Excellent
Cost$$Moderate

Best Time For

Best WeatherNovember9.2 / 10
Least RainJanuary8.0 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust6.7 / 10
Best ValueAugust7.9 / 10
FamiliesNovember9.0 / 10
CouplesNovember9.7 / 10
SoloNovember9.7 / 10
RomanticNovember8.6 / 10
RelaxingNovember9.5 / 10
OutdoorsNovember9.1 / 10
SightseeingNovember9.1 / 10

How Long Should You Stay?

1 DayLess Ideal
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysFair
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysGreat
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysExcellent
1 Week+Great
10 Days+Less Ideal

Sweet Spot: Weekend

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Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland in November

7.9 / 10 Good

November in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.3°F and low near 40.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.23 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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.

Couples Solo travel Relaxing trips
Weather9.2
Rain7.4
Crowds5.8
Value7.6
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.1
Seasonal Appeal9.1
Cost$$

Month at a Glance

Average High
66.30°F
Average Low
40.30°F
Rainfall
2.23 in
Rainy Days
5.80
Humidity
69.30%
Daylight
10.40 hr
Crowds
Moderate crowds
Cost
$$ – Moderate
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All 12 Months

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

MonthOverallWeatherRainCrowdsCostBest For
January7.78.58.0Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
February7.78.87.2Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
March7.58.96.6Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
April7.78.96.5Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
May7.38.45.0Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
June6.97.75.7Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
July7.07.37.4Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
August7.17.26.9Moderate$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
September7.68.66.6Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
October7.78.96.5Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
November7.99.27.4Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips
December7.58.67.4Busy$$Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips

Best to Worst Months

  1. 1November7.9
  2. 2January7.7
  3. 3February7.7
  4. 4October7.7
  5. 5April7.7
  6. 6September7.6
  7. 7March7.5
  8. 8December7.5
  9. 9May7.3
  10. 10August7.1
  11. 11July7.0
  12. 12June6.9
GoodNovember · January · February · October · April · September · March · December · May · August
FairJuly · June

Season Overview

Spring

7.5 / 10

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

Summer

7.0 / 10

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

Fall

7.7 / 10

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

Winter

7.6 / 10

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

Traveler Suitability

Families9.0 / 10
Couples9.7 / 10
Solo9.7 / 10
Romantic8.6 / 10
Relaxing9.5 / 10
Outdoors9.1 / 10
Sightseeing9.1 / 10

Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year

CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanBusyFebBusyMarBusyAprBusyMayBusyJunBusyJulBusyAugModerateSepBusyOctBusyNovBusyDecBusy
Score 7.7 · Good

January in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

55.50° / 29.30°F 1.53 in Moderate crowds $$

January in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 55.5°F and low near 29.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.53 inches across 5.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 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.

Score 7.7 · Good

February in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

59.70° / 33.90°F 2.37 in Moderate crowds $$

February in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.7°F and low near 33.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.37 inches across 6.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 8.8/10 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.

Score 7.5 · Good

March in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

67.80° / 41.50°F 3.09 in Moderate crowds $$

March in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.8°F and low near 41.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.09 inches across 6.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 7.7 · Good

April in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

75.60° / 50.50°F 3.31 in Moderate crowds $$

April in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 75.6°F and low near 50.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.31 inches across 6.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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.

Score 7.3 · Good

May in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

82.30° / 60.60°F 4.59 in Moderate crowds $$

May in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.3°F and low near 60.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.59 inches across 9.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 8.4/10 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.

Score 6.9 · Fair

June in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

90.70° / 69.00°F 4.17 in Moderate crowds $$

June in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.7°F and low near 69.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.17 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 7.7/10 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 7.0 · Fair

July in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

95.00° / 71.90°F 2.32 in Moderate crowds $$

July in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.0°F and low near 71.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.32 inches across 5.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 7.3/10 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 7.1 · Good

August in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

94.80° / 71.30°F 2.82 in Light crowds $$

August in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.8°F and low near 71.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.82 inches across 5.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 7.2/10 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

September in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

87.90° / 63.20°F 3.16 in Moderate crowds $$

September in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.9°F and low near 63.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.16 inches across 6.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.

Things to Know

Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.

Score 7.7 · Good

October in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

77.80° / 51.00°F 3.30 in Moderate crowds $$

October in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 77.8°F and low near 51.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.30 inches across 6.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 8.9/10 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 7.9 · Good

November in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

66.30° / 40.30°F 2.23 in Moderate crowds $$

November in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.3°F and low near 40.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.23 inches across 5.8 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 9.2/10 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.

Score 7.5 · Good

December in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland

57.00° / 31.50°F 2.36 in Moderate crowds $$

December in Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.0°F and low near 31.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.36 inches across 5.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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

Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.

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Data source: Catalog: https://www.fs.usda.gov/texas | Coordinates: Official destination location; catalog reference coordinate | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00410206 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00410206.csv, nearest complete station 5.6 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:LBJ_Grasslands_Hillside.jpg (CC BY-SA 3.0; Eapender at English Wikipedia) Last updated: 2026-08-11

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