Shenandoah National Park
Weather History, Monthly Averages & Best Time to Visit
VASoutheast3,500 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 Luray, VA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 83°F / Low: 60°F
Coldest MonthJanuaryAvg High: 41°F / Low: 20°F
Jan
41°/ 20°
💧 9.0"
❄️ 2.8"
Feb
45°/ 23°
💧 8.5"
❄️ 2.9"
Mar
53°/ 30°
💧 8.4"
❄️ 2.8"
Apr
64°/ 39°
💧 8.6"
❄️ 1.9"
May
72°/ 48°
💧 9.3"
❄️ 0.5"
Jun
79°/ 56°
💧 10.5"
Jul
83°/ 60°
💧 9.2"
Aug
81°/ 59°
💧 9.1"
Sep
75°/ 52°
💧 11.5"
Oct
65°/ 41°
💧 11.7"
❄️ 2.1"
Nov
55°/ 32°
💧 10.7"
❄️ 2.8"
Dec
45°/ 25°
💧 9.0"
❄️ 2.2"
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.
Data from Luray, VA. Expect ~12°F cooler at elevation.
Seasonal Weather
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