Best MonthFebruary
TExplore Score7.8 / 10
Best TimeBest overall: February; strong alternatives: November and April.
Best SeasonWinter
Ideal TripWeekend
The strongest overall windows for Waco Mammoth National Monument are February, November and April. 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.
Waco Mammoth National Monument is a national park in Texas’s Prairies & Lakes tourism region. It is most useful for travelers comparing nature, scenic, photography, road trip 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, WACO DAM, located approximately 2.3 miles from the destination reference point. Scores help compare months; they do not replace a short-range forecast or current operating notices.
TExplore Score7.8Good
Compare all 12 months for Waco Mammoth National Monument using climate normals, crowds, value, comfort and traveler-fit scores.
February Scores
The strongest month at a glance.
Weather9.0Excellent
Rain6.8Fair
Crowds6.1Fair
Value7.8Good
Comfort10.0Excellent
Outdoors8.9Great
Seasonal Appeal8.2Great
Cost$$Moderate
Best Time For
Best WeatherFebruary9.0 / 10
Least RainJuly7.9 / 10
Lowest CrowdsAugust6.7 / 10
Best ValueAugust7.9 / 10
FamiliesFebruary8.9 / 10
CouplesFebruary9.6 / 10
SoloFebruary9.6 / 10
RomanticFebruary8.5 / 10
RelaxingFebruary9.4 / 10
OutdoorsFebruary8.9 / 10
SightseeingFebruary9.0 / 10
How Long Should You Stay?
1 DayLess Ideal
Half DayLess Ideal
2 DaysFair
Day TripLess Ideal
3 DaysGreat
WeekendExcellent
4–5 DaysExcellent
1 Week+Great
10 Days+Less Ideal
Sweet Spot: Weekend
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Waco Mammoth National Monument in February
7.8 / 10 Good
February in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.9°F and low near 40.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.69 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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.
Weather9.0
Rain6.8
Crowds6.1
Value7.8
Comfort10.0
Outdoors8.9
Seasonal Appeal8.2
Cost$$
Month at a Glance
- Average High
- 61.90°F
- Average Low
- 40.00°F
- Rainfall
- 2.69 in
- Rainy Days
- 7.20
- Humidity
- 75.60%
- Daylight
- 11.00 hr
- Crowds
- Moderate crowds
- Cost
- $$ – Moderate
All 12 Months
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| Month | Overall | Weather | Rain | Crowds | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.7 | 8.8 | 6.8 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| February | 7.8 | 9.0 | 6.8 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| March | 7.4 | 8.8 | 6.1 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| April | 7.7 | 8.9 | 6.5 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| May | 7.4 | 8.5 | 5.4 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| June | 7.0 | 7.9 | 6.3 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| July | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.9 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| August | 7.1 | 7.1 | 7.4 | Moderate | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| September | 7.5 | 8.4 | 6.7 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| October | 7.4 | 8.6 | 5.7 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| November | 7.7 | 8.9 | 6.6 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
| December | 7.5 | 8.9 | 6.7 | Busy | $$ | Couples, Solo travel, Relaxing trips |
Best to Worst Months
- 1February7.8
- 2November7.7
- 3January7.7
- 4April7.7
- 5September7.5
- 6December7.5
- 7October7.4
- 8March7.4
- 9May7.4
- 10August7.1
- 11July7.1
- 12June7.0
GoodFebruary · November · January · April · September · December · October · March · May · August · July · June
Season Overview
Spring
7.5 / 10April is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Summer
7.1 / 10August is the strongest month in this season, based on the same overall scoring formula.
Fall
7.6 / 10November 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
Families8.9 / 10
Couples9.6 / 10
Solo9.6 / 10
Romantic8.5 / 10
Relaxing9.4 / 10
Outdoors8.9 / 10
Sightseeing9.0 / 10
Cost Through the Year & Crowds Through the Year
CostJan$$Feb$$Mar$$Apr$$May$$Jun$$Jul$$Aug$$Sep$$Oct$$Nov$$Dec$$
CrowdsJanBusyFebBusyMarBusyAprBusyMayBusyJunBusyJulBusyAugModerateSepBusyOctBusyNovBusyDecBusy
January in Waco Mammoth National Monument
58.50° / 35.70°F 2.72 in Moderate crowds $$
January in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 58.5°F and low near 35.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.72 inches across 6.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 8.8/10 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.
February in Waco Mammoth National Monument
61.90° / 40.00°F 2.69 in Moderate crowds $$
February in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 61.9°F and low near 40.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.69 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 9.0/10 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.
March in Waco Mammoth National Monument
68.40° / 47.60°F 3.51 in Moderate crowds $$
March in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.4°F and low near 47.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.51 inches across 7.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 8.8/10 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 Waco Mammoth National Monument
76.10° / 54.30°F 3.16 in Moderate crowds $$
April in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 76.1°F and low near 54.3°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.16 inches across 6.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 8.9/10 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.
May in Waco Mammoth National Monument
82.90° / 64.20°F 4.39 in Moderate crowds $$
May in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 82.9°F and low near 64.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.39 inches across 8.1 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
June in Waco Mammoth National Monument
90.50° / 71.80°F 3.61 in Moderate crowds $$
June in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 90.5°F and low near 71.8°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.61 inches across 5.9 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 7.9/10 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.
July in Waco Mammoth National Monument
94.50° / 75.00°F 1.85 in Moderate crowds $$
July in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 94.5°F and low near 75.0°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 1.85 inches across 4.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 7.4/10 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.
August in Waco Mammoth National Monument
95.30° / 74.90°F 2.44 in Light crowds $$
August in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 95.3°F and low near 74.9°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.44 inches across 4.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Light crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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.
September in Waco Mammoth National Monument
89.20° / 67.60°F 3.15 in Moderate crowds $$
September in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically warm to hot, with an average high near 89.2°F and low near 67.6°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 3.15 inches across 5.7 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect limited rain interruption. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 8.4/10 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.
October in Waco Mammoth National Monument
79.70° / 56.70°F 4.30 in Moderate crowds $$
October in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically mild to warm, with an average high near 79.7°F and low near 56.7°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 4.30 inches across 6.6 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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.
November in Waco Mammoth National Monument
68.10° / 46.20°F 2.93 in Moderate crowds $$
November in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 68.1°F and low near 46.2°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.93 inches across 7.0 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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 moderate crowds relative to this destination's busier periods.
Things to Know
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
December in Waco Mammoth National Monument
59.80° / 38.50°F 2.76 in Moderate crowds $$
December in Waco Mammoth National Monument is typically cool to mild, with an average high near 59.8°F and low near 38.5°F at the selected NOAA reference station. The normal monthly rainfall is about 2.76 inches across 7.2 measurable-rain days, so visitors should expect occasional rain. Moderate crowds and $$ – moderate conditions shape the overall trade-off. The month is strongest for couples, solo travel, relaxing trips, 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
Conditions can change quickly; confirm forecasts, operating hours and reservation requirements.
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How Scores Are Calculated
Data source: Catalog: https://www.nps.gov/state/tx/list.htm?program=all | Coordinates: National Park Service unit reference location | Climate: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, USC00419417 https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/USC00419417.csv, nearest complete station 2.3 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:Waco_mammoth_site_QRT.jpg (CC BY 4.0; Larry D. Moore) Last updated: 2026-08-11
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