Hot Springs National Park Travel Guide
Hot Springs National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Hot Springs National Park is a national park in Arkansas. Hot Springs National Park is a US national park known for historic bathhouse row.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Hot Springs National Park with clear. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 52°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hot Springs National Park is March, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, April and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 31°F.
The closest major airport is Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), about 256 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 83°F is 5.8°F above the 78°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Hot Springs National Park today at 10/10. 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.
Map of Hot Springs National Park
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Coordinates: 34°31′18.1″N 93°2′32.6″W (34.5217, -93.0424)
Weather in Hot Springs National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:05 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 83° / 52°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
☁️ 78° / 58°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
Quick facts about Hot Springs National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Arkansas |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 34°31′18.1″N 93°2′32.6″W (34.5217, -93.0424) |
| Established | 1921 |
| Known for | historic bathhouse row |
| Local time | 4:05 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | March, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Best time to visit Hot Springs National Park
Go in March, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, April and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, April and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Hot Springs National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport | DFW | 256 mi | Dallas |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hot Springs National Park?
Hot Springs National Park is a national park in Arkansas. Its coordinates are 34.5217, -93.0424. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hot Springs National Park right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 30% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hot Springs National Park?
March, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Hot Springs National Park, which has a continental climate. January, April and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hot Springs National Park in?
Hot Springs National Park observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 4:05 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Hot Springs National Park?
The closest airports are Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 256 mi away.
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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 October 26, 2026 at 4:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
