Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in December
In December, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area averages a high of 41°F and a low of 25°F, with 4.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 156,000 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 9 hours 14 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 41° / 25°F
- Precipitation
- 4.2in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 9h 14m
- Visitors
- 156,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (moderate) and May (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Andover Aeroflex AP, NJ, 12.3 miles from the park's center, 583 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statue of Liberty National Monument | 44° / 34° | Moderate | Cool |
| Stonewall National Monument | 44° / 34° | Few or no visits | Cool |
| Castle Clinton National Monument | 44° / 34° | Busy | Cool |
| Gateway National Recreation Area | 45° / 32° | Moderate | Cool |
| Valley Forge National Historical Park | 45° / 27° | Moderate | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area on nps.gov
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