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Best Time to Visit South Llano River State Park, Texas

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

Best MonthNovember
TExplore Score8.6 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: November; strong alternatives: April and February.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
Adventure Travelers Couples Families Nature Lovers Outdoor Travelers

The strongest overall windows for South Llano River State Park are November, April and February. 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.

South Llano 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, JUNCTION 4SSW, located approximately 0.4 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.

TExplore Score8.6Great

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

November Scores

The strongest month at a glance.

Weather9.5Excellent
Rain8.3Great
Crowds6.4Fair
Value9.1Excellent
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors9.4Excellent
Seasonal Appeal9.3Excellent
Cost$Budget

Best Time For

Best WeatherNovember9.5 / 10
Least RainJanuary8.7 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.2 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.3 / 10
FamiliesNovember9.9 / 10
CouplesNovember9.8 / 10
SoloNovember9.8 / 10
RomanticNovember8.7 / 10
RelaxingNovember9.6 / 10
OutdoorsNovember9.4 / 10
SightseeingNovember9.2 / 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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South Llano River State Park in November

8.6 / 10 Great

November in South Llano River State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.8°F and low near 38.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.35 inches across 3.9 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
Weather9.5
Rain8.3
Crowds6.4
Value9.1
Comfort10.0
Outdoors9.4
Seasonal Appeal9.3
Cost$

Month at a Glance

Average High
69.80°F
Average Low
38.90°F
Rainfall
1.35 in
Rainy Days
3.90
Humidity
65.30%
Daylight
10.60 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
January8.49.08.7Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
February8.59.28.4Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
March8.29.37.7Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
April8.59.37.9Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
May8.29.07.2Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
June7.78.07.5Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
July7.67.78.2Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
August7.77.57.8Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
September8.08.67.2Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
October8.39.17.2Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
November8.69.58.3Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
December8.18.98.4Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel

Best to Worst Months

  1. 1November8.6
  2. 2April8.5
  3. 3February8.5
  4. 4January8.4
  5. 5October8.3
  6. 6March8.2
  7. 7May8.2
  8. 8December8.1
  9. 9September8.0
  10. 10August7.7
  11. 11June7.7
  12. 12July7.6
GreatNovember · April · February · January · October · March · May · December · September
GoodAugust · June · July

Season Overview

Spring

8.3 / 10

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

Summer

7.7 / 10

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

Fall

8.3 / 10

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

Winter

8.3 / 10

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

Traveler Suitability

Families9.9 / 10
Couples9.8 / 10
Solo9.8 / 10
Romantic8.7 / 10
Relaxing9.6 / 10
Outdoors9.4 / 10
Sightseeing9.2 / 10

Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year

CostJan$Feb$Mar$Apr$May$Jun$Jul$Aug$Sep$Oct$Nov$Dec$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprBusyMayBusyJunBusyJulBusyAugModerateSepModerateOctBusyNovBusyDecBusy
Score 8.4 · Great

January in South Llano River State Park

62.00° / 29.50°F 0.90 in Light crowds $

January in South Llano River State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.0°F and low near 29.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 0.90 inches across 3.5 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 January for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.0/10 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.

Score 8.5 · Great

February in South Llano River State Park

66.00° / 33.80°F 1.28 in Light crowds $

February in South Llano River State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 66.0°F and low near 33.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.28 inches across 3.9 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 February for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.2/10 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.

Score 8.2 · Great

March in South Llano River State Park

73.20° / 41.80°F 2.04 in Moderate crowds $

March in South Llano River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 73.2°F and low near 41.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.04 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 March for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.3/10 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.

Score 8.5 · Great

April in South Llano River State Park

81.00° / 49.20°F 1.96 in Moderate crowds $

April in South Llano River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 81.0°F and low near 49.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.96 inches across 3.6 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 9.3/10 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.

Score 8.2 · Great

May in South Llano River State Park

86.70° / 59.50°F 2.73 in Moderate crowds $

May in South Llano River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 86.7°F and low near 59.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.73 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 May 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 7.7 · Good

June in South Llano River State Park

92.80° / 66.90°F 2.56 in Moderate crowds $

June in South Llano River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 92.8°F and low near 66.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.56 inches across 3.9 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 June for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.0/10 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

July in South Llano River State Park

95.60° / 68.30°F 1.52 in Moderate crowds $

July in South Llano River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.6°F and low near 68.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.52 inches across 4.1 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 7.7/10 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 7.7 · Good

August in South Llano River State Park

95.80° / 67.50°F 1.89 in Light crowds $

August in South Llano River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.8°F and low near 67.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.89 inches across 4.4 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 8.0 · Great

September in South Llano River State Park

89.00° / 60.50°F 2.73 in Light crowds $

September in South Llano River State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.0°F and low near 60.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.73 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 September 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 8.3 · Great

October in South Llano River State Park

81.00° / 49.50°F 2.87 in Moderate crowds $

October in South Llano River State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 81.0°F and low near 49.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.87 inches across 4.1 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 October 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 8.6 · Great

November in South Llano River State Park

69.80° / 38.90°F 1.35 in Moderate crowds $

November in South Llano River State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.8°F and low near 38.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.35 inches across 3.9 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 November for nature, scenic, photography, a 9.5/10 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.

Score 8.1 · Great

December in South Llano River State Park

62.50° / 30.40°F 1.19 in Moderate crowds $

December in South Llano River State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.5°F and low near 30.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.19 inches across 4.0 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 December for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.9/10 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://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/parks-map | Coordinates: Texas Parks & Wildlife park directory | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00414670 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00414670.csv, nearest complete station 0.4 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:South_Llano_River_at_South_Llano_River_SP_2023.jpg (CC BY 4.0; Larry D. Moore) Last updated: 2026-08-11

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