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Best Time to Visit Pedernales Falls State Park, Texas

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

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

The strongest overall windows for Pedernales Falls State Park are February, April and December. February 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.

Pedernales Falls 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, JOHNSON CITY 2N, located approximately 9.1 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 Pedernales Falls State Park using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.

February Scores

The strongest month at a glance.

Weather9.1Excellent
Rain7.2Good
Crowds6.7Fair
Value9.2Excellent
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.0Excellent
Seasonal Appeal8.2Great
Cost$Budget

Best Time For

Best WeatherFebruary9.1 / 10
Least RainJuly7.6 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.3 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.3 / 10
FamiliesJanuary9.7 / 10
CouplesJanuary9.6 / 10
SoloJanuary9.6 / 10
RomanticJanuary8.5 / 10
RelaxingJanuary9.4 / 10
OutdoorsDecember9.1 / 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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Pedernales Falls State Park in February

8.3 / 10 Great

February in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.8°F and low near 38.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.01 inches across 7.5 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.

Families Couples Solo travel
Weather9.1
Rain7.2
Crowds6.7
Value9.2
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.0
Seasonal Appeal8.2
Cost$

Month at a Glance

Average High
65.80°F
Average Low
38.70°F
Rainfall
2.01 in
Rainy Days
7.50
Humidity
69.40%
Daylight
11.10 hr
Crowds
Light 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
January8.28.97.1Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
February8.39.17.2Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
March7.98.96.7Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
April8.29.06.9Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
May7.88.65.7Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
June7.37.66.4Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
July7.47.37.6Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
August7.57.17.5Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
September7.88.26.4Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
October8.08.86.1Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
November8.18.96.7Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
December8.19.17.5Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel

Best to Worst Months

  1. 1February8.3
  2. 2April8.2
  3. 3January8.2
  4. 4November8.1
  5. 5December8.1
  6. 6October8.0
  7. 7March7.9
  8. 8May7.8
  9. 9September7.8
  10. 10August7.5
  11. 11July7.4
  12. 12June7.3
GreatFebruary · April · January · November · December · October
GoodMarch · May · September · August · July · June

Season Overview

Spring

8.0 / 10

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

Summer

7.4 / 10

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

Fall

8.0 / 10

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

Winter

8.2 / 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
Outdoors9.1 / 10
Sightseeing9.0 / 10

Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year

CostJan$Feb$Mar$Apr$May$Jun$Jul$Aug$Sep$Oct$Nov$Dec$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprBusyMayModerateJunBusyJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctBusyNovModerateDecBusy
Score 8.2 · Great

January in Pedernales Falls State Park

62.30° / 35.10°F 2.25 in Light crowds $

January in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.3°F and low near 35.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.25 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 January 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 8.3 · Great

February in Pedernales Falls State Park

65.80° / 38.70°F 2.01 in Light crowds $

February in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 65.8°F and low near 38.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.01 inches across 7.5 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 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 Pedernales Falls State Park

72.90° / 46.70°F 2.56 in Moderate crowds $

March in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 72.9°F and low near 46.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.56 inches across 8.3 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 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 8.2 · Great

April in Pedernales Falls State Park

79.90° / 53.10°F 2.77 in Moderate crowds $

April in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.9°F and low near 53.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.77 inches across 6.1 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 9.0/10 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.

Score 7.8 · Good

May in Pedernales Falls State Park

86.10° / 63.00°F 4.03 in Light crowds $

May in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 86.1°F and low near 63.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.03 inches across 7.5 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 May 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.

Score 7.3 · Good

June in Pedernales Falls State Park

92.40° / 69.20°F 3.23 in Moderate crowds $

June in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.4°F and low near 69.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.23 inches across 7.1 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 7.6/10 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 7.4 · Good

July in Pedernales Falls State Park

95.50° / 71.40°F 2.15 in Light crowds $

July in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.5°F and low near 71.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.15 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 July for nature, scenic, photography, 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.

Score 7.5 · Good

August in Pedernales Falls State Park

96.60° / 70.80°F 2.21 in Light crowds $

August in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 96.6°F and low near 70.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.21 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 7.1/10 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 7.8 · Good

September in Pedernales Falls State Park

90.20° / 64.30°F 3.36 in Light crowds $

September in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.2°F and low near 64.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.36 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 September 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.

Score 8.0 · Great

October in Pedernales Falls State Park

81.80° / 54.40°F 3.62 in Moderate crowds $

October in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 81.8°F and low near 54.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.62 inches across 7.4 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 8.8/10 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.

Score 8.1 · Great

November in Pedernales Falls State Park

71.20° / 44.90°F 2.98 in Light crowds $

November in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 71.2°F and low near 44.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.98 inches across 6.4 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 8.1 · Great

December in Pedernales Falls State Park

63.90° / 37.10°F 1.85 in Moderate crowds $

December in Pedernales Falls State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 63.9°F and low near 37.1°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.85 inches across 6.4 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, USC00414605 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00414605.csv, nearest complete station 9.1 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:Pedernales_Falls_State_Park.JPG (CC BY-SA 3.0; Liveon001 ©Travis Witt) Last updated: 2026-08-11

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