Big Bend National Park in October
In October, Big Bend National Park averages a high of 80°F and a low of 55°F, with 1.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 47,000 people visit, the 6th busiest of 12 (moderate). Days are 11 hours 25 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 80° / 55°F
- Precipitation
- 1.2in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 11h 25m
- Visitors
- 47,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
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 October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe Mountains National Park | 73° / 51° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Carlsbad Caverns National Park | 75° / 52° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| San Antonio Missions National Historical Park | 84° / 62° | Very busy | Hot |
| White Sands National Park | 79° / 42° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Lake Meredith National Recreation Area | 75° / 43° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Big Bend National Park on nps.gov
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