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Greater Big Bend Dark Sky Reserve

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International Dark Sky Reserve

Greater Big Bend Dark Sky Reserve

Texas, United States
Best timeMar–May & Oct–Dec
Set inTexas, United States
In season~81°F high
Climate
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

34–95°F
CurrencyUSD
LanguageEnglish
TimezoneUTC-05:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

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Map showing the location of Greater Big Bend Dark Sky Reserve
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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sunny share of daylightMay · 72%
WarmestJun · 95°F
WettestAug
Best windowMar–May & Oct–Dec
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

A vast cross-border reserve spanning Big Bend and northern Mexico.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Mar–May & Oct–Dec. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

Under the stars

A certified dark-sky site — pack red-light only, check the moon phase, and give your eyes 20 minutes to adjust for the Milky Way.

Pairs well with

Terlingua
22 mi away
Marfa
84 mi away
Devils River Dark Sky Sanctuary
143 mi away
Cave of the Crystals
169 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Greater Big Bend Dark Sky Reserve?

The best time to visit Greater Big Bend Dark Sky Reserve is March–May & October–December, in Texas, United States.

Where is Greater Big Bend Dark Sky Reserve?

Greater Big Bend Dark Sky Reserve is in Texas, United States.

What is Greater Big Bend Dark Sky Reserve known for?

A vast cross-border reserve spanning Big Bend and northern Mexico.

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