Davis MountainsWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Davis Mountains
Spring through autumn for hiking and vistas; winter for excellent, crisp night skies.
Spring-autumn
March-November · 5-25°C (41-77°F)
Milder temperatures for hiking and sightseeing; spring wildflowers can be spectacular.
Winter (clear nights)
December-February · -5-12°C (23-54°F)
Cold nights but clear skies for astronomy.
Weather & Climate near Davis Mountains
Climate
Davis Mountains's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in June) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 20
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -1° - 13° | 2° | 13 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 0° - 15° | 4° | 12 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 3° - 18° | 11° | 10 mm | - | - | 5.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 6° - 22° | 14° | 13 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 26° | 19° | 34 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 15° - 30° | 22° | 59 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 16° - 29° | 22° | 84 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 15° - 28° | 21° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 13° - 26° | 19° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 22° | 15° | 38 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 17° | 7° | 17 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 0° - 13° | 3° | 15 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Davis Mountains
The Davis Mountains are accessed via US-90 and regional roads to Fort Davis. From Alpine, Texas, it is roughly a 45-minute drive; from Marfa about an hour. The McDonald Observatory is reached via State Highway 118 north of Fort Davis.
Tips for Visiting Davis Mountains
- Drive the Scenic Loop for the best panoramas; stop at the Delgado Canyon overlook.
- Visit the McDonald Observatory for scheduled public programs-book tickets in advance for star parties.
- Bring warm clothes for night-time astronomy sessions-temperatures can drop rapidly at altitude.