Mammoth Cave National Park
Weather History, Monthly Averages & Best Time to Visit
KYSoutheast800 ft
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Best Time to Visit
RecommendedMarch - May, September - November
Spring wildflowers and fall foliage are peak attractions.
AvoidSummer (hot and humid) and peak holiday weekends
Tip: The Smokies can be visited year-round, but expect crowds during leaf season.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Bowling Green, KY, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 88°F / Low: 68°F
Coldest MonthJanuaryAvg High: 44°F / Low: 26°F
Jan
44°/ 26°
💧 8.9"
❄️ 1.4"
Feb
49°/ 29°
💧 10.2"
❄️ 1.4"
Mar
60°/ 38°
💧 9.6"
❄️ 1.6"
Apr
70°/ 46°
💧 10.8"
❄️ 0.7"
May
77°/ 56°
💧 11.7"
Jun
85°/ 64°
💧 10.4"
Jul
88°/ 68°
💧 12.1"
Aug
87°/ 66°
💧 11.4"
Sep
81°/ 59°
💧 11.6"
Oct
71°/ 47°
💧 10.7"
❄️ 0.9"
Nov
58°/ 37°
💧 10.4"
❄️ 0.9"
Dec
48°/ 31°
💧 10.4"
❄️ 1.0"
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.
Data from Bowling Green, KY. Expect ~3°F cooler at elevation.
Seasonal Weather
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