Carlsbad Caverns · August · New Mexico
Carlsbad Caverns National Park in August
August is a prime month to visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Expect busy. Highs average 89°F and lows 69°F, with about 1.89 inches of rain.
August gets a prime rating at Carlsbad Caverns. The very best months are May–Oct.
What to expect
August is prime at Carlsbad Caverns. Prime time for the sunset bat flight, when hundreds of thousands of Brazilian free-tailed bats spiral out of the cave mouth.
Walk in via the Natural Entrance (about a 1.25-mile steep descent) and ride the elevator out. It's the best way to grasp the scale.
Good to know
- Best months overall: May–Oct.
- Closest airport: El Paso (ELP), about 2.5 hours.
- Before you go: The park has used timed-entry reservations for the cave. Phones and cameras are not allowed at the bat flight. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is August a good time to visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park?
August is a prime month to visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Expect busy. Highs average 89°F and lows 69°F, with about 1.89 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Carlsbad Caverns National Park in August?
Highs average 89°F and lows 69°F, with about 1.89 inches of rain. August is rated prime for visiting.
How crowded is Carlsbad Caverns National Park in August?
August brings busy to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Go early in the day and book lodging ahead.