Blue Ridge Parkway in June
In June, Blue Ridge Parkway averages a high of 80°F and a low of 57°F, with 4.9 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 1,882,000 people visit, the 3rd busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 14 hours 38 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 80° / 57°F
- Precipitation
- 4.9in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 14h 38m
- Visitors
- 1,882,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
June is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with very busy crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Elkin, NC at 910 ft averages a June high of 84°F and a low of 60°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Sparta 3.5 SSW, NC, 4.8 miles from the park's center, 3,011 ft. Second station lower down: Elkin, NC, 910 ft, 17 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in June
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| New River Gorge National Park and Preserve | 79° / 58° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 80° / 59° | Very busy | Hot |
| Congaree National Park | 88° / 67° | Busy | Hot |
| Shenandoah National Park | 81° / 58° | Moderate | Hot |
| Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | 86° / 66° | Very busy | Hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Blue Ridge Parkway on nps.gov
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