New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in October
In October, New River Gorge National Park and Preserve averages a high of 65°F and a low of 42°F, with 2.9 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 208,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 09 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 65° / 42°F
- Precipitation
- 2.9in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 11h 9m
- Visitors
- 208,000
- Crowds
- Busy
October is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with busy crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Oak Hill, WV, 7.8 miles from the park's center, 2,040 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Parkway | 66° / 41° | Very busy | Mild |
| Shenandoah National Park | 67° / 43° | Very busy | Mild |
| Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park | 67° / 43° | Very busy | Mild |
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 69° / 44° | Very busy | Mild |
| George Washington Memorial Parkway | 69° / 52° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: New River Gorge National Park and Preserve on nps.gov
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