Geography of Niagara Falls State Park
Geography of Niagara Falls State Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Niagara Falls State Park
Niagara Falls is 1 mi to the south-west, Niagara Falls, Ontario is 1 mi to the north-west, Niagara Falls is 2 mi to the north-east and Buffalo is 17 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 43°4′58.1″N 79°3′55.1″W (43.0828, -79.0653)
Quick facts about Niagara Falls State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 43°4′58.1″N 79°3′55.1″W (43.0828, -79.0653) |
| Established | 1885 |
| Known for | the oldest state park in the US |
| Local time | 6:03 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Niagara Falls State Park is a state park in New York. Niagara Falls State Park is known for the oldest state park in the US.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in Niagara Falls State Park with clear. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 58°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Niagara Falls State Park is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 19°F.
The closest major airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), about 50 mi away. Nearby highlights include Niagara Falls, CN Tower, Letchworth State Park and Watkins Glen State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 2.7°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Niagara Falls 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.
Climate in Niagara Falls 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 | 29° | 19° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 34° | 20° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 30° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 57° | 39° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 66° | 50° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 60° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 82° | 66° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 62° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 74° | 58° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 61° | 47° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 47° | 35° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 38° | 27° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Niagara Falls State Park?
Niagara Falls State Park is a state park in New York. Its coordinates are 43.0828, -79.0653. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Niagara Falls State Park right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 93% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Niagara Falls State Park?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Niagara Falls State Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Niagara Falls State Park in?
Niagara Falls State Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 6:03 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Niagara Falls State Park?
The closest airports are Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 50 mi away, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 297 mi away and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 297 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Niagara Falls State Park?
Popular options include Niagara Falls, CN Tower, Letchworth State Park, Watkins Glen State Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Algonquin Provincial Park.
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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 6:03 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
