Shenandoah National Park Map
Interactive map of Shenandoah National Park with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Shenandoah National Park is a national park in Virginia. Shenandoah National Park is a US national park known for Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge overlooks.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Shenandoah National Park with overcast. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 62°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 72%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Shenandoah National Park is April, 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 82°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 18°F.
The closest major airport is Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), about 80 mi away. Nearby highlights include National Mall, New River Gorge National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park and Hocking Hills State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 4.1°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Shenandoah National Park today at 9.3/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 38°17′34.1″N 78°40′46.6″W (38.2928, -78.6796)
Quick facts about Shenandoah National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Virginia |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°17′34.1″N 78°40′46.6″W (38.2928, -78.6796) |
| Established | 1935 |
| Known for | Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge overlooks |
| Local time | 12:19 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Getting to Shenandoah National Park
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) · 80 mi
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) · 97 mi
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) · 214 mi
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) · 292 mi
- Washington · 98 mi · roughly 2.3 h driving
- Pittsburgh · 164 mi · roughly 3.8 h driving
- Raleigh · 174 mi · roughly 4 h driving
- Virginia Beach · 178 mi · roughly 4.1 h driving
- Philadelphia · 221 mi · roughly 5.1 h driving
- Charlotte · 243 mi · roughly 5.6 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Shenandoah National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 80 mi | Virginia |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 97 mi | Washington, D.C. |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 214 mi | Philadelphia |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 292 mi | New Jersey |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 308 mi | New York City |
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 308 mi | New York City |
Things to do in Shenandoah National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Shenandoah National Park.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Shenandoah National Park?
Shenandoah National Park is a national park in Virginia. Its coordinates are 38.2928, -78.6796. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Shenandoah National Park right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Shenandoah National Park?
April, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Shenandoah National Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Shenandoah National Park in?
Shenandoah National Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 12:19 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Shenandoah National Park?
The closest airports are Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 80 mi away, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 97 mi away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 214 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Shenandoah National Park?
Popular options include National Mall, New River Gorge National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park and Hocking Hills State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-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 23, 2026 at 12:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
