Big Bend National Park in April
In April, Big Bend National Park averages a high of 82°F and a low of 54°F, with 0.5 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 68,000 people visit, the 2nd busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 12 hours 50 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 82° / 54°F
- Precipitation
- 0.5in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 12h 50m
- Visitors
- 68,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: January (moderate), February (moderate) and November (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Panther Junction, TX, 0.9 miles from the park's center, 3,740 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in April
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe Mountains National Park | 74° / 49° | Busy | Mild |
| Carlsbad Caverns National Park | 76° / 49° | Busy | Mild |
| San Antonio Missions National Historical Park | 82° / 60° | Very busy | Hot |
| White Sands National Park | 79° / 41° | Busy | Mild |
| Lake Meredith National Recreation Area | 73° / 40° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Big Bend National Park on nps.gov
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