We track 3 splash pads in Katy. Every one of them is free.
When to go
Peak summer highs in Katy average 96°F. Mornings and late afternoons are far more comfortable than the middle of the day, and shade is worth planning around.
Month
Average high
June
92°F
July
95°F
August
96°F
The typical Katy pad runs about 30 weeks a year. Municipal pads often close early for maintenance, so the last few weeks of the season are the least reliable.
April through October · Park open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily
Freepublic-park
Located at LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, this green space runs its splash pad from April through October within a park that stays open daily from early morning until late evening.
A Katy-area park in Cinco Ranch that combines playgrounds with water play features, and its splash pad is noted for running year-round rather than shutting down in the off-season.