Best MonthSeptember
TExplore Score8.0 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: September; strong alternatives: April and November.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Mission Tejas State Park are September, April and November. September 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.
Mission Tejas State Park is a state park in Texas’s Piney Woods 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, RUSK, located approximately 19.2 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.0Good
Compare all 12 months for Mission Tejas State Park using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
September Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather8.8Great
Rain6.2Fair
Crowds6.7Fair
Value9.1Excellent
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.7Great
Seasonal Appeal8.1Great
Cost$Budget
Best Time For
Best WeatherSeptember8.8 / 10
Least RainJuly6.4 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.2 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.3 / 10
FamiliesApril9.6 / 10
CouplesApril9.5 / 10
SoloApril9.5 / 10
RomanticApril8.4 / 10
RelaxingApril9.3 / 10
OutdoorsSeptember8.7 / 10
SightseeingApril8.9 / 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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Mission Tejas State Park in September
8.0 / 10 Good
September in Mission Tejas State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 86.2°F and low near 66.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.67 inches across 6.7 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.
Weather8.8
Rain6.2
Crowds6.7
Value9.1
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.7
Seasonal Appeal8.1
Cost$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 86.20°F
- Average Low
- 66.80°F
- Rainfall
- 3.67 in
- Rainy Days
- 6.70
- Humidity
- 70.30%
- Daylight
- 12.30 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $ – Budget-friendly
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.6 | 8.2 | 5.3 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| February | 7.7 | 8.4 | 5.2 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| March | 7.5 | 8.4 | 5.2 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| April | 7.9 | 8.6 | 5.7 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| May | 7.7 | 8.4 | 5.3 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| June | 7.5 | 8.4 | 5.5 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| July | 7.4 | 7.8 | 6.4 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| August | 7.6 | 7.7 | 6.4 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| September | 8.0 | 8.8 | 6.2 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| October | 7.8 | 8.5 | 5.4 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| November | 7.8 | 8.6 | 5.7 | Moderate | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
| December | 7.4 | 8.3 | 4.8 | Busy | $ | Families, Couples, Solo travel |
Best to Worst Months
- 1September8.0
- 2April7.9
- 3November7.8
- 4October7.8
- 5May7.7
- 6February7.7
- 7January7.6
- 8August7.6
- 9June7.5
- 10March7.5
- 11July7.4
- 12December7.4
GoodSeptember · April · November · October · May · February · January · August · June · March · July · December
Season Overview
Spring
7.7 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.5 / 10August 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
7.6 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families9.6 / 10
Couples9.5 / 10
Solo9.5 / 10
Romantic8.4 / 10
Relaxing9.3 / 10
Outdoors8.7 / 10
Sightseeing8.9 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$Feb$Mar$Apr$May$Jun$Jul$Aug$Sep$Oct$Nov$Dec$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprBusyMayModerateJunBusyJulBusyAugModerateSepModerateOctBusyNovModerateDecBusy
January in Mission Tejas State Park
55.60° / 37.30°F 4.36 in Light crowds $
January in Mission Tejas State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 55.6°F and low near 37.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.36 inches across 8.6 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 January for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.2/10 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 Mission Tejas State Park
59.50° / 40.50°F 4.26 in Light crowds $
February in Mission Tejas State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.5°F and low near 40.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.26 inches across 9.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. 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 8.4/10 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.
March in Mission Tejas State Park
66.90° / 47.30°F 4.46 in Moderate crowds $
March in Mission Tejas State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.9°F and low near 47.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.46 inches across 8.7 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 March 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.
April in Mission Tejas State Park
74.00° / 54.30°F 4.04 in Moderate crowds $
April in Mission Tejas State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 74.0°F and low near 54.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.04 inches across 7.5 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 April 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.
May in Mission Tejas State Park
80.70° / 62.90°F 4.58 in Light crowds $
May in Mission Tejas State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 80.7°F and low near 62.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.58 inches across 7.8 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 8.4/10 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.
June in Mission Tejas State Park
87.10° / 69.90°F 4.51 in Moderate crowds $
June in Mission Tejas State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 87.1°F and low near 69.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.51 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 8.4/10 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.
July in Mission Tejas State Park
90.70° / 72.10°F 3.38 in Moderate crowds $
July in Mission Tejas State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.7°F and low near 72.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.38 inches across 6.3 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 July for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.8/10 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.
August in Mission Tejas State Park
91.70° / 71.90°F 3.35 in Light crowds $
August in Mission Tejas State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.7°F and low near 71.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.35 inches across 6.5 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 August for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.7/10 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.
September in Mission Tejas State Park
86.20° / 66.80°F 3.67 in Light crowds $
September in Mission Tejas State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 86.2°F and low near 66.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.67 inches across 6.7 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 8.8/10 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.
October in Mission Tejas State Park
76.40° / 56.80°F 4.65 in Moderate crowds $
October in Mission Tejas State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.4°F and low near 56.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.65 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 October 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.
November in Mission Tejas State Park
65.30° / 46.90°F 3.98 in Light crowds $
November in Mission Tejas State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.3°F and low near 46.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.98 inches across 7.9 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 8.6/10 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 Mission Tejas State Park
57.50° / 39.80°F 4.88 in Moderate crowds $
December in Mission Tejas State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.5°F and low near 39.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.88 inches across 9.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect a comparatively wetter pattern. 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 8.3/10 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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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, USC00417841 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00417841.csv, nearest complete station 19.2 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:Mission_tejas_2014.jpg (CC BY 4.0; Larry D. Moore) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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