Gatlinburg Weather Forecast
Gatlinburg weather: 70°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Gatlinburg weather in January
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Climate in Gatlinburg month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 30° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 56° | 37° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 67° | 45° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 72° | 53° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 59° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 83° | 66° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 86° | 70° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 67° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 62° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 71° | 52° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 63° | 45° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 55° | 37° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Gatlinburg
Go in June, 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
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Gatlinburg compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Gatlinburg.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 7 mi | 47°F | 45°F cooler | 57 in |
| Asheville | 54 mi | 56°F | 37°F cooler | 34 in |
| Buncombe County | 54 mi | 56°F | 37°F cooler | 34 in |
| Chimney Rock State Park | 73 mi | 57°F | 36°F cooler | 44 in |
| Cumberland Falls State Resort Park | 90 mi | 58°F | 34°F cooler | 50 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Gatlinburg?
Gatlinburg is a city in Tennessee. Its coordinates are 35.7143, -83.5102. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Gatlinburg right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Gatlinburg?
June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Gatlinburg, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Gatlinburg in?
Gatlinburg observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:41 PM.
How many people live in Gatlinburg?
Gatlinburg has a population of approximately 3.900.
What is the nearest airport to Gatlinburg?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 152 mi away and Nashville International Airport (BNA), 179 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Gatlinburg?
Popular options include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Chimney Rock State Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Mammoth Cave National Park and Congaree National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 11:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
