Best Time to Visit Hocking Hills State Park
Best time to visit Hocking Hills State Park: June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Hocking Hills State Park
Go in June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Hocking Hills State Park 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 | 34° | 19° | 3,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 26° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 59° | 37° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 68° | 47° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 72° | 54° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 82° | 63° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 86° | 67° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 64° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 59° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 48° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 38° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 45° | 30° | 3,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Hocking Hills State Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hocking Hills State Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 89 mi | 57°F | +34°F warmer | 44 in |
| New River Gorge National Park | 130 mi | 55°F | about the same | 44 in |
| Cuyahoga Valley National Park | 138 mi | 53°F | 34°F cooler | 46 in |
| Cleveland | 150 mi | 52°F | 34°F cooler | 43 in |
| Kentucky | 151 mi | 57°F | +34°F warmer | 48 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Hocking Hills State Park is a state park in Ohio. Hocking Hills State Park is known for Old Man's Cave and recess caves.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Hocking Hills State Park with partly cloudy. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 70°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hocking Hills State Park is June, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 19°F.
The closest major airport is Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), about 274 mi away. Nearby highlights include New River Gorge National Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 88°F is 8.5°F above the 80°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Hocking Hills State Park today at 9.7/10. 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.
Weather in Hocking Hills State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:31 PM, Sep 17 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 78° / 60°
Drizzle · 40% rain · wind 5 mph
🌧️ 76° / 64°
Heavy drizzle · 46% rain · wind 7 mph
Things to do in Hocking Hills State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hocking Hills State Park.
Quick facts about Hocking Hills State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Ohio |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°25′32.9″N 82°32′22.9″W (39.4258, -82.5397) |
| Established | 1924 |
| Known for | Old Man's Cave and recess caves |
| Local time | 12:31 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hocking Hills State Park?
Hocking Hills State Park is a state park in Ohio. Its coordinates are 39.4258, -82.5397. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hocking Hills State Park right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 82% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hocking Hills State Park?
June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Hocking Hills State Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hocking Hills State Park in?
Hocking Hills State Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 12:31 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Hocking Hills State Park?
The closest airports are Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 274 mi away and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 297 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hocking Hills State Park?
Popular options include New River Gorge National Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Shenandoah National Park and Mammoth Cave National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 September 17, 2026 at 12:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
