TN, NC travel planner

Great Smoky Mountains National Park weather and trip conditions

Forest roads, waterfall hikes, historic valleys, and misty ridges with frequent rain.

Weather cautionThe forecast includes conditions that can affect roads, exposed trails, or visibility.

Live forecast

Next forecast periods

Today 73°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms

5 mph
Tonight 66°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

5 mph
Wednesday 74°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

5 mph
Wednesday Night 65°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

0 to 5 mph

Current alerts

Weather alert signal

No active NWS alert was found for this park point during the last update.

Packing signal

What to bring today

  • Water, snacks, offline maps, sun protection, and a small first-aid kit.
  • Add a rain shell and avoid exposed ridges or slot canyons during storm windows.

Seasonal timing

Best time to visit

April through June is lush; October is popular for color; winter offers quiet views when roads cooperate.

Weather source station area: Gatlinburg.

Do not miss

Popular stops

  • Cades Cove
  • Clingmans Dome
  • Newfound Gap
  • Roaring Fork
Data sources

Weather and alerts come from the National Weather Service API. This page is automatically rebuilt every six hours and should be checked against official park notices before travel.