Geography of Gulf State Park
Geography of Gulf State Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Gulf State Park
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Coordinates: 30°15′58″N 87°39′14″W (30.2661, -87.6539)
Quick facts about Gulf State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Alabama |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 30°15′58″N 87°39′14″W (30.2661, -87.6539) |
| Established | 1939 |
| Known for | white sand and a fishing pier |
| Local time | 6:40 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | February, April, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Gulf State Park is a state park in Alabama. Gulf State Park is known for white sand and a fishing pier.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Gulf State Park with mainly clear. It feels like 83°F. Today runs from 75°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 14%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Gulf State Park is February, April, July, August, September and October. The climate is temperate. January, May and November tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
The closest major airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), about 157 mi away. Nearby highlights include French Quarter.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is in line with the 90°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 Gulf State Park today at 9.5/10. 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 Gulf 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 | 59° | 44° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 65° | 52° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 70° | 58° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 75° | 64° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 80° | 71° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 86° | 76° | 5,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 79° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 90° | 79° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 86° | 74° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 78° | 65° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 71° | 58° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 64° | 51° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Gulf State Park?
Gulf State Park is a state park in Alabama. Its coordinates are 30.2661, -87.6539. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Gulf State Park right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 94% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Gulf State Park?
February, April, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Gulf State Park, which has a temperate climate. January, May and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Gulf State Park in?
Gulf State Park observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 6:40 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Gulf State Park?
The closest airports are Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 157 mi away and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 300 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Gulf State Park?
Popular options include French Quarter.
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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 25, 2026 at 6:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.





