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Quick facts about New River Gorge National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | West Virginia |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°56′21.5″N 81°4′4.1″W (37.9393, -81.0678) |
| Established | 2020 |
| Known for | whitewater rafting and the arch bridge |
| Local time | 3:43 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
New River Gorge National Park is a national park in West Virginia. New River Gorge National Park is a US national park known for whitewater rafting and the arch bridge.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in New River Gorge National Park with clear. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 64°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 12%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit New River Gorge National Park is July and 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 83°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 22°F.
The closest major airport is Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), about 208 mi away. Nearby highlights include Grayson Highlands State Park, Hocking Hills State Park, Shenandoah National Park and Chimney Rock State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 5.2°F below the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in New River Gorge National Park today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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Coordinates: 37°56′21.5″N 81°4′4.1″W (37.9393, -81.0678)
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Where is New River Gorge National Park?
New River Gorge National Park is a national park in West Virginia. Its coordinates are 37.9393, -81.0678. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in New River Gorge National Park right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 57% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit New River Gorge National Park?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in New River Gorge National Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New River Gorge National Park in?
New River Gorge National Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 3:43 PM.
What is the nearest airport to New River Gorge National Park?
The closest airports are Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 208 mi away and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 227 mi away.
What are the top things to do in New River Gorge National Park?
Popular options include Grayson Highlands State Park, Hocking Hills State Park, Shenandoah National Park, Chimney Rock State Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 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 24, 2026 at 3:43 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
