Great Smoky Mountains National Park in October
In October, Great Smoky Mountains National Park averages a high of 69°F and a low of 44°F, with 3.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 1,592,000 people visit, the busiest month. Days are 11 hours 13 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 69° / 44°F
- Precipitation
- 3.2in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 11h 13m
- Visitors
- 1,592,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
October is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with very busy crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Mt Leconte, TN at 6,493 ft averages a October high of 54°F and a low of 36°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 October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | 73° / 51° | Busy | Mild |
| Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park | 71° / 51° | Moderate | Mild |
| Blue Ridge Parkway | 66° / 41° | Very busy | Mild |
| Mammoth Cave National Park | 74° / 49° | Moderate | Mild |
| Congaree National Park | 77° / 53° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Great Smoky Mountains National Park on nps.gov
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