Franconia Notch State Park Travel Guide
Franconia Notch State Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Franconia Notch State Park is a state park in New Hampshire. Franconia Notch State Park is known for Flume Gorge and Cannon Mountain.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Franconia Notch State Park with partly cloudy. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 58°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Franconia Notch State Park is June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 77°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 8°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 127 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Washington, Acadia National Park, Cape Cod National Seashore and Baxter State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is 5.2°F below the 73°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Franconia Notch State Park today at 9.2/10. 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 Franconia Notch State Park
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 44°8′30.1″N 71°40′54.1″W (44.1417, -71.6817)
Weather in Franconia Notch State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:38 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 67° / 58°
Drizzle · 50% rain · wind 17 mph
☁️ 69° / 51°
Overcast · 24% rain · wind 6 mph
Quick facts about Franconia Notch State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | New Hampshire |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 44°8′30.1″N 71°40′54.1″W (44.1417, -71.6817) |
| Established | 1928 |
| Known for | Flume Gorge and Cannon Mountain |
| Local time | 10:38 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Things to do in Franconia Notch State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Franconia Notch State Park.
Best time to visit Franconia Notch State Park
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Franconia Notch State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 127 mi | Boston |
| Montreal-Trudeau International Airport | YUL | 136 mi | Montreal |
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 258 mi | New York City |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 264 mi | New York City |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 270 mi | New Jersey |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Franconia Notch State Park?
Franconia Notch State Park is a state park in New Hampshire. Its coordinates are 44.1417, -71.6817. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Franconia Notch State Park right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 73% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Franconia Notch State Park?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Franconia Notch State Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Franconia Notch State Park in?
Franconia Notch State Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:38 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Franconia Notch State Park?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 127 mi away, Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 136 mi away and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 258 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Franconia Notch State Park?
Popular options include Mount Washington, Acadia National Park, Cape Cod National Seashore, Baxter State Park, St. Lawrence River and Martha's Vineyard.
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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 23, 2026 at 10:38 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
