Palo Duro Canyon State Park Travel Guide
Palo Duro Canyon State Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Palo Duro Canyon State Park is a state park in Texas. Palo Duro Canyon State Park is known for the second largest canyon in the US.
Right now it is 86°F (30°C) in Palo Duro Canyon State Park with clear. It feels like 85°F. Today runs from 74°F to 105°F. Chance of precipitation is 37%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Palo Duro Canyon State Park is March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 26°F.
The closest major airport is Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), about 301 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 105°F is 11.7°F above the 93°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 Palo Duro Canyon State Park today at 8.8/10. 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.
Map of Palo Duro Canyon State Park
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Coordinates: 34°56′15″N 101°41′1″W (34.9375, -101.6836)
Weather in Palo Duro Canyon State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:53 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 105° / 74°
Overcast · 37% rain · wind 12 mph
☁️ 106° / 74°
Overcast · 5% rain · wind 18 mph
Quick facts about Palo Duro Canyon State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Texas |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 34°56′15″N 101°41′1″W (34.9375, -101.6836) |
| Established | 1934 |
| Known for | the second largest canyon in the US |
| Local time | 11:53 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Best time to visit Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Go in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport | DFW | 301 mi | Dallas |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Palo Duro Canyon State Park?
Palo Duro Canyon State Park is a state park in Texas. Its coordinates are 34.9375, -101.6836. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Palo Duro Canyon State Park right now?
It is currently 86°F (30°C) with clear. Humidity is 34% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Palo Duro Canyon State Park?
March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Palo Duro Canyon State Park, which has a continental climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Palo Duro Canyon State Park in?
Palo Duro Canyon State Park observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:53 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Palo Duro Canyon State Park?
The closest airports are Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 301 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - 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 23, 2026 at 11:53 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
