Best MonthApril
TExplore Score8.8 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: April; strong alternatives: November and October.
Best SeasonSpring
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Pecos are April, November and October. 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.
Pecos is a small town in Texas’s Big Bend Country tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing sightseeing, history, road trip, scenic 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, PECOS 8W, located approximately 8.8 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score8.8Great
Compare all 12 months for Pecos using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
April Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.9Excellent
Rain9.6Excellent
Crowds6.7Fair
Value8.2Great
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.9Excellent
Seasonal Appeal9.2Excellent
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherApril9.9 / 10
Least RainApril9.6 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.7 / 10
Best ValueAugust8.5 / 10
FamiliesMarch10.0 / 10
CouplesMarch9.9 / 10
SoloMarch9.4 / 10
RomanticMarch9.7 / 10
RelaxingMarch9.7 / 10
OutdoorsApril9.9 / 10
SightseeingFebruary10.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayGreat
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysGreat
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysFair
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysLess Ideal
1 Week+Less Ideal
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Pecos in April
8.8 / 10 Great
April in Pecos is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 83.7°F and low near 48.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.22 inches across 1.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, sightseeing, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Weather9.9
Rain9.6
Crowds6.7
Value8.2
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.9
Seasonal Appeal9.2
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 83.70°F
- Average Low
- 48.50°F
- Rainfall
- 0.22 in
- Rainy Days
- 1.30
- Humidity
- 29.80%
- Daylight
- 12.90 hr
- Crowds
- Light crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.4 | 9.1 | 9.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| February | 8.6 | 9.5 | 9.4 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| March | 8.5 | 9.8 | 9.4 | Busy | $$ | Families, Sightseeing, Couples |
| April | 8.8 | 9.9 | 9.6 | Moderate | $$ | Families, Sightseeing, Couples |
| May | 8.3 | 8.8 | 8.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| June | 7.5 | 7.5 | 8.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| July | 7.4 | 7.3 | 8.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| August | 7.7 | 7.4 | 8.7 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| September | 8.1 | 8.7 | 7.9 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| October | 8.6 | 9.7 | 9.0 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| November | 8.7 | 9.7 | 9.3 | Moderate | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
| December | 8.3 | 9.3 | 9.4 | Busy | $$ | Sightseeing, Families, Couples |
Best to Worst Months
- 1April8.8
- 2November8.7
- 3October8.6
- 4February8.6
- 5March8.5
- 6January8.4
- 7December8.3
- 8May8.3
- 9September8.1
- 10August7.7
- 11June7.5
- 12July7.4
GreatApril · November · October · February · March · January · December · May · September
GoodAugust · June · July
Season Overview
Spring
8.5 / 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
8.5 / 10November is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Winter
8.5 / 10February is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Traveler Suitability
Families10.0 / 10
Couples9.9 / 10
Solo9.4 / 10
Romantic9.7 / 10
Relaxing9.7 / 10
Outdoors9.9 / 10
Sightseeing10.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprModerateMayModerateJunModerateJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctModerateNovModerateDecBusy
January in Pecos
61.70° / 29.80°F 0.80 in Light crowds $$
January in Pecos is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.7°F and low near 29.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.80 inches across 2.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose January for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.1/10 weather score, and light 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 Pecos
66.80° / 33.20°F 0.33 in Light crowds $$
February in Pecos is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.8°F and low near 33.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.33 inches across 1.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose February for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.5/10 weather score, and light crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Cold mornings are possible; pack layers and verify weather-sensitive services or trails.
March in Pecos
74.90° / 41.30°F 0.48 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Pecos is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 74.9°F and low near 41.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.48 inches across 1.4 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, sightseeing, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose March for sightseeing, history, road trip, 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.
April in Pecos
83.70° / 48.50°F 0.22 in Light crowds $$
April in Pecos is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 83.7°F and low near 48.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.22 inches across 1.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for families, sightseeing, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose April for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.9/10 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.
May in Pecos
91.80° / 57.30°F 1.01 in Light crowds $$
May in Pecos is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 91.8°F and low near 57.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.01 inches across 2.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose May for sightseeing, history, road trip, 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.
June in Pecos
98.00° / 67.00°F 0.93 in Light crowds $$
June in Pecos is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 98.0°F and low near 67.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.93 inches across 2.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose June for sightseeing, history, road trip, 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.
July in Pecos
97.60° / 69.00°F 1.48 in Light crowds $$
July in Pecos is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 97.6°F and low near 69.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.48 inches across 3.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose July for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 7.3/10 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 Pecos
97.40° / 68.60°F 1.05 in Light crowds $$
August in Pecos is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 97.4°F and low near 68.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.05 inches across 3.3 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose August for sightseeing, history, road trip, 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.
September in Pecos
90.00° / 61.80°F 1.94 in Light crowds $$
September in Pecos is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.0°F and low near 61.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.94 inches across 4.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose September for sightseeing, history, road trip, 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.
October in Pecos
81.20° / 50.80°F 0.97 in Light crowds $$
October in Pecos is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 81.2°F and low near 50.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.97 inches across 1.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose October for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.7/10 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.
November in Pecos
69.10° / 37.30°F 0.52 in Light crowds $$
November in Pecos is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.1°F and low near 37.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.52 inches across 1.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose November for sightseeing, history, road trip, a 9.7/10 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.
December in Pecos
61.90° / 31.40°F 0.35 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Pecos is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.9°F and low near 31.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.35 inches across 1.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for sightseeing, families, couples, especially when the plan emphasizes sightseeing, history, road trip. Use the scores as a consistent comparison tool and check short-range forecasts and official access alerts before departure.
Why Visit
Choose December for sightseeing, history, road trip, 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.
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How Scores Are Calculated
Data source: Catalog: https://www.traveltexas.com/cities-and-regions/texas-cities/ | Coordinates: Travel Texas listing coordinates | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00416893 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00416893.csv, nearest complete station 8.8 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:Pecos_texas_stores.jpg (CC BY-SA 2.5; The original uploader was Talshiarr at English Wikipedia .) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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