Weather on February 29 at Great Smoky Mountains
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Based on 14 years of data from Gatlinburg, TN
Elevation Note: Great Smoky Mountains sits at 4,900 ft. Expect temperatures 17°F cooler than the data shown below, which comes from Gatlinburg, TN at a lower elevation.
Planning Your Visit
February 29th in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (via Gatlinburg, TN) typically brings mild winter weather, with average highs around 60°F and lows near 27°F — a 33°F daily swing. Over 14 years of records, the warmest February 29th was in 1972 (51°F average), while the coldest was 1984 (28°F) — a 23°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 43% of February 29th dates historically, with the wettest February 29th recording 1.83" of rain.
Planning for February 29th in Great Smoky Mountains? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Year by Year History
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 70°F | 27°F | 1.83" | 0" |
| 2020 | 39°F | 30°F | 0.23" | 0" |
| 2016 | 68°F | 29°F | 0" | 0" |
| 2012 | 70°F | 32°F | 0.03" | 0" |
| 2008 | 46°F | 17°F | 0" | 0" |
| 2004 | 61°F | 24°F | 0" | 0" |
| 2000 | 59°F | 28°F | 0" | 0" |
| 1996 | 58°F | 27°F | 0.15" | 0" |
| 1992 | 60°F | 38°F | 0.25" | 0" |
| 1988 | 59°F | 21°F | 0" | 0" |
| 1984 | 34°F | 22°F | 1.27" | 0" |
| 1980 | 67°F | 29°F | 0" | 0" |
| 1976 | 74°F | 29°F | 0" | 0" |
| 1972 | 72°F | 31°F | 0" | 0" |
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