The best times to visit Pecos for ideal weather are

March 5th to May 27th

or

September 3rd to November 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Pecos Travel Info

Weather in Pecos

Temperature

Average temperatures in Pecos vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Pecos, the hottest months are June, August, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 102°F (38.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.2°F (21.8°C) at night.

Pecos Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Pecos Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Pecos Perceived Temperature (F)

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Pecos Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Pecos Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 63.1 44.1 29.9
Feb 70.3 49.6 33.5
Mar 79.3 58.5 40.5
Apr 87.2 67.2 48.6
May 92.3 74.1 57.2
Jun 101.2 84.5 68.3
Jul 97.8 83.3 70.4
Aug 99.8 84.2 70
Sep 92 76.1 62.9
Oct 85.4 66.4 50.5
Nov 73.2 53.2 37.2
Dec 64.1 45.7 32.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 17.3 6.7 -1.2
Feb 21.3 9.8 0.8
Mar 26.3 14.7 4.7
Apr 30.7 19.6 9.2
May 33.5 23.4 14
Jun 38.4 29.2 20.2
Jul 36.6 28.5 21.3
Aug 37.7 29 21.1
Sep 33.3 24.5 17.2
Oct 29.7 19.1 10.3
Nov 22.9 11.8 2.9
Dec 17.8 7.6 0.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Pecos are February, April, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late September with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of September 17th.

When can you find snow in Pecos? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Pecos.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Pecos (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 2% 0 0.3
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 2% 0 0.2
Apr 1% 0 0.2
May 5% 0 1.2
Jun 2% 0 0.2
Jul 5% 0 1.1
Aug 5% 0 0.7
Sep 6% 0 0.7
Oct 3% 0 0.4
Nov 3% 0 0.3
Dec 2% 0 0.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 0 0.8
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 2 0 0.5
Apr 1 0 0.5
May 5 0 3
Jun 2 0 0.5
Jul 5 0 2.8
Aug 5 0 1.8
Sep 6 0 1.8
Oct 3 0 1
Nov 3 0 0.8
Dec 2 0 0.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Pecos has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is April (19.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (42.6%).

Wind in Pecos is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by June and May. April’s average wind speed of around 8.2 knots (9.4 MPH or 15.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 21 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Pecos.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.7 Light breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Feb 6.8 Light breeze 17.1 Strong breeze
Mar 7 Gentle breeze 17.8 Significant breeze
Apr 8.2 Gentle breeze 19.4 Strong breeze
May 7.7 Gentle breeze 18.7 Significant breeze
Jun 7.9 Gentle breeze 18.9 Strong breeze
Jul 7.1 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Aug 6.1 Light breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Sep 5.9 Light breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Oct 5.6 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Dec 5.8 Light breeze 15 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 36.6%
Feb 29.8%
Mar 25%
Apr 19.4%
May 26.9%
Jun 27.9%
Jul 38%
Aug 32.9%
Sep 42.6%
Oct 35.9%
Nov 33.2%
Dec 40.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Pecos?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Pecos, TX, US is June, followed by May and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Pecos in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44 in December means 44% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Pecos Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 99.2°F (37.3°C) and 73.2°F (22.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Pecos, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 95.1°F (35.1°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Pecos to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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