Geography of Rio Grande
Geography of Rio Grande: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Rio Grande
Big Bend National Park is 0 mi to the north, Guadalupe Mountains National Park is 216 mi to the north-west, Carlsbad Caverns National Park is 223 mi to the north and Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is 282 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 29°7′39″N 103°14′33″W (29.1275, -103.2425)
Quick facts about Rio Grande
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| State | Texas |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 29°7′39″N 103°14′33″W (29.1275, -103.2425) |
| Length | 1.896 mi |
| Known for | the US-Mexico border river |
| Local time | 6:31 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Summary
Rio Grande is a river in Texas. Rio Grande is a river known as the US-Mexico border river.
Right now it is 87°F (31°C) in Rio Grande with clear. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 80°F to 102°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Rio Grande is February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December. The climate is hot and arid. January, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 100°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
Nearby highlights include Big Bend National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park and Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 102°F is 3.8°F above the 98°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Rio Grande today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Rio Grande month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64° | 45° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 76° | 55° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 82° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 88° | 66° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 95° | 73° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 100° | 78° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 96° | 77° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 98° | 79° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 93° | 75° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 87° | 68° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 77° | 58° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 71° | 53° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rio Grande?
Rio Grande is a river in Texas. Its coordinates are 29.1275, -103.2425. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Rio Grande right now?
It is currently 87°F (31°C) with clear. Humidity is 33% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rio Grande?
February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Rio Grande, which has a hot and arid climate. January, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rio Grande in?
Rio Grande observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 6:31 PM.
What are the top things to do in Rio Grande?
Popular options include Big Bend National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park and Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 6:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
