Great Smoky Mountains National Park in February
In February, Great Smoky Mountains National Park averages a high of 51°F and a low of 29°F, with 4.3 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 2.4 inches of snowfall. About 463,000 people visit, the 11th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 10 hours 50 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 51° / 29°F
- Precipitation
- 4.3in
- Snow
- 2.4in
- Daylight
- 10h 50m
- Visitors
- 463,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: September (busy), October (very busy) and November (busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Mt Leconte, TN at 6,493 ft averages a February high of 35°F and a low of 20°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Gatlinburg 2 SW, TN, 5 miles from the park's center, 1,454 ft. Second station higher up: Mt Leconte, TN, 6,493 ft, 3.9 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in February
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | 56° / 36° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park | 57° / 35° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Blue Ridge Parkway | 46° / 24° | Moderate | Cool |
| Mammoth Cave National Park | 53° / 32° | Quiet | Cool |
| Congaree National Park | 62° / 38° | Moderate | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Great Smoky Mountains National Park on nps.gov
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