Great Smoky Mountains National Park weather in July (United States of America)
Planning a trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in July? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In July, Great Smoky Mountains National Park generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. July falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 25°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park in July usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 211 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 288 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, June, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Great Smoky Mountains National Park climate page with graphs.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, monthly averages in July
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
211 mm
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
288 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
65% *
Where to go in the United States of America in July
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So, what should you wear in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in July?
For visitors traveling to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in July.
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