Great Smoky Mountains National Park Travel Guide
Great Smoky Mountains National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a national park in Tennessee. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a US national park known for the most visited US national park.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with overcast. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 49°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 7%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 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 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 17°F.
The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 146 mi away. Nearby highlights include Chimney Rock State Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Grayson Highlands State Park and Mammoth Cave National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is 3.8°F above the 58°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. hiking is the strongest bet in Great Smoky Mountains National Park today at 9.6/10. 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 Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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Coordinates: 35°36′42.5″N 83°29′22.2″W (35.6118, -83.4895)
Weather in Great Smoky Mountains National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:40 AM, Oct 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 61° / 49°
Overcast · 26% rain · wind 6 mph
🌧️ 51° / 50°
Rain · 38% rain · wind 7 mph
Quick facts about Great Smoky Mountains National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Tennessee |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 35°36′42.5″N 83°29′22.2″W (35.6118, -83.4895) |
| Established | 1934 |
| Known for | the most visited US national park |
| Local time | 2:40 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Best time to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Go in June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 56°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport | ATL | 146 mi | Atlanta |
| Nashville International Airport | BNA | 182 mi | Nashville |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a national park in Tennessee. Its coordinates are 35.6118, -83.4895. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Great Smoky Mountains National Park right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Great Smoky Mountains National Park in?
Great Smoky Mountains National Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 2:40 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 146 mi away and Nashville International Airport (BNA), 182 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
Popular options include Chimney Rock State Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, Congaree National Park and New River Gorge National 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 October 5, 2026 at 2:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
