Piney Woods

Best Time to Visit Tyler State Park, Texas

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

Best MonthNovember
TExplore Score8.0 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: November; strong alternatives: April and January.
Best SeasonFall
Ideal TripWeekend
Adventure Travelers Couples Families Nature Lovers Outdoor Travelers

The strongest overall windows for Tyler State Park are November, April and January. 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.

Tyler 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, TYLER POUNDS FLD, located approximately 10.8 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.

TExplore Score8.0Great

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

November Scores

The strongest month at a glance.

Weather8.8Great
Rain6.2Fair
Crowds6.5Fair
Value9.0Excellent
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.7Great
Seasonal Appeal8.9Great
Cost$Budget

Best Time For

Best WeatherApril8.8 / 10
Least RainJuly7.4 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust7.3 / 10
Best ValueAugust9.3 / 10
FamiliesJanuary9.6 / 10
CouplesJanuary9.5 / 10
SoloJanuary9.5 / 10
RomanticJanuary8.4 / 10
RelaxingJanuary9.3 / 10
OutdoorsApril8.7 / 10
SightseeingJanuary8.9 / 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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Tyler State Park in November

8.0 / 10 Great

November in Tyler State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.6°F and low near 46.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.26 inches across 8.0 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
Weather8.8
Rain6.2
Crowds6.5
Value9.0
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.7
Seasonal Appeal8.9
Cost$

Month at a Glance

Average High
67.60°F
Average Low
46.50°F
Rainfall
3.26 in
Rainy Days
8.00
Humidity
73.90%
Daylight
10.40 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
January7.98.76.1Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
February7.88.65.7Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
March7.68.55.5Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
April8.08.86.1Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
May7.88.55.5Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
June7.27.65.4Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
July7.47.37.4Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
August7.57.27.1Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
September7.98.56.7Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
October7.88.65.6Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel
November8.08.86.2Moderate$Families, Couples, Solo travel
December7.68.55.5Busy$Families, Couples, Solo travel

Best to Worst Months

  1. 1November8.0
  2. 2April8.0
  3. 3January7.9
  4. 4September7.9
  5. 5February7.8
  6. 6October7.8
  7. 7May7.8
  8. 8March7.6
  9. 9December7.6
  10. 10August7.5
  11. 11July7.4
  12. 12June7.2
GreatNovember
GoodApril · January · September · February · October · May · March · December · August · July · June

Season Overview

Spring

7.8 / 10

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

Summer

7.3 / 10

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

Fall

7.9 / 10

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

Winter

7.8 / 10

January 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$Dec$
CrowdsJanModerateFebModerateMarBusyAprBusyMayModerateJunBusyJulModerateAugModerateSepModerateOctBusyNovModerateDecBusy
Score 7.9 · Good

January in Tyler State Park

57.90° / 37.40°F 3.39 in Light crowds $

January in Tyler State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 57.9°F and low near 37.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.39 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 January for nature, scenic, photography, 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.

Score 7.8 · Good

February in Tyler State Park

62.00° / 41.20°F 3.68 in Light crowds $

February in Tyler State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 62.0°F and low near 41.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.68 inches across 8.9 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 February 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 7.6 · Good

March in Tyler State Park

69.90° / 48.00°F 3.72 in Moderate crowds $

March in Tyler State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 69.9°F and low near 48.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.72 inches across 10.0 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 March for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.5/10 weather score, and moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.

Things to Know

Build flexibility into outdoor plans because rain or wet trails may affect access.

Score 8.0 · Good

April in Tyler State Park

76.60° / 54.80°F 3.48 in Moderate crowds $

April in Tyler State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.6°F and low near 54.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.48 inches across 7.7 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 April 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 7.8 · Good

May in Tyler State Park

83.40° / 64.00°F 4.07 in Light crowds $

May in Tyler State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 83.4°F and low near 64.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.07 inches across 8.7 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 May for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.5/10 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 7.2 · Good

June in Tyler State Park

90.30° / 71.20°F 4.38 in Moderate crowds $

June in Tyler State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.3°F and low near 71.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.38 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 June for nature, scenic, photography, a 7.6/10 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 7.4 · Good

July in Tyler State Park

94.40° / 74.40°F 2.10 in Light crowds $

July in Tyler State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.4°F and low near 74.4°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.10 inches across 6.1 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 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 Tyler State Park

94.90° / 73.80°F 2.61 in Light crowds $

August in Tyler State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.9°F and low near 73.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.61 inches across 5.8 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 7.2/10 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 7.9 · Good

September in Tyler State Park

88.80° / 67.20°F 3.07 in Light crowds $

September in Tyler State Park is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 88.8°F and low near 67.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.07 inches across 5.9 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 September for nature, scenic, photography, a 8.5/10 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 7.8 · Good

October in Tyler State Park

78.90° / 56.50°F 4.31 in Moderate crowds $

October in Tyler State Park is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 78.9°F and low near 56.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.31 inches across 7.3 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 October 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 8.0 · Great

November in Tyler State Park

67.60° / 46.50°F 3.26 in Light crowds $

November in Tyler State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 67.6°F and low near 46.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.26 inches across 8.0 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 8.8/10 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.

Score 7.6 · Good

December in Tyler State Park

59.40° / 39.20°F 4.03 in Moderate crowds $

December in Tyler State Park is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.4°F and low near 39.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.03 inches across 8.8 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 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.

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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, USW00013972 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USW00013972.csv, nearest complete station 10.8 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:HCSNApano2wiki.jpg (CC BY 4.0; Ydoc87 Cody Ely) Last updated: 2026-08-11

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