Buffalo National River in April
In April, Buffalo National River averages a high of 66°F and a low of 44°F, with 5.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 137,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (moderate). Days are 13 hours 03 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 66° / 44°F
- Precipitation
- 5.2in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 13h 3m
- Visitors
- 137,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
Best months for weather and crowds instead: September (moderate) and November (quiet).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Kingston 2S, AR, 12 miles from the park's center, 2,145 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in April
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Springs National Park | 74° / 51° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Ozark National Scenic Riverways | 71° / 40° | Quiet | Mild, wet |
| Chickasaw National Recreation Area | 73° / 49° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 68° / 46° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Natchez Trace Parkway | 76° / 51° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Buffalo National River on nps.gov
All twelve months at Buffalo National River · National parks to visit in April