National park in Kentucky

Current Local Time in Mammoth Cave National Park

Current local time and time zone in Mammoth Cave National Park, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 70°F now🕔 8:43 PM local📅 Best: August

Current local time in Mammoth Cave National Park

8:43 PM
Monday, August 24, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
UTC offsetUTC-05:00
UTC now1:43 AM
Sunrise6:08 AM
Sunset7:24 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:08 AM
Sunset7:24 PM
Daylight13h 16m
Solar noon12:46 PM
Golden hour (am)6:08 AM - 7:08 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:24 PM - 7:24 PM
Blue hour (am)5:38 AM - 6:08 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:24 PM - 7:54 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 86%
Moonrise5:35 PM
Moonset2:25 AM

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Quick facts about Mammoth Cave National Park

TypeNational park
StateKentucky
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates37°11′10.3″N 86°5′60″W (37.1862, -86.1)
Established1941
Known forthe longest known cave system on Earth
Local time8:43 PM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsAugust
ClimateContinental

Summary

Mammoth Cave National Park is a national park in Kentucky. Mammoth Cave National Park is a US national park known for the longest known cave system on Earth.

Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Mammoth Cave National Park with clear. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 57°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Mammoth Cave National Park is August. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.

The closest major airport is Nashville International Airport (BNA), about 80 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gateway Arch National Park and Chimney Rock State Park.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is 5.4°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Mammoth Cave National Park today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 37°11′10.3″N 86°5′60″W (37.1862, -86.1)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mammoth Cave National Park?

Mammoth Cave National Park is a national park in Kentucky. Its coordinates are 37.1862, -86.1. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Mammoth Cave National Park right now?

It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 61% and wind is 4 mph.

When is the best time to visit Mammoth Cave National Park?

August offer the most comfortable conditions in Mammoth Cave National Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Mammoth Cave National Park in?

Mammoth Cave National Park observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 8:43 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Mammoth Cave National Park?

The closest airports are Nashville International Airport (BNA), 80 mi away and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 262 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Mammoth Cave National Park?

Popular options include Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gateway Arch National Park, Chimney Rock State Park and Hocking Hills State Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 24, 2026 at 8:43 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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