Climate

Summers are hot and humid, spring and fall are mild with moderate temperatures, winters can be cold, windy, and snowy. 

Average high temperatures in summer are around 85° F; average lows are about 60° F. Average highs in the spring and fall are between 50° and 60° F, with lows from 40° F to 50° F. Winter highs average 30° F or lower.

Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Walkways may be slippery in wet or freezing weather.

Lightning

Seek shelter indoors or in a low place when thunderstorms approach.

Tornadoes

Tornadoes are rare, but it is important to heed advisories. Follow the instructions of park staff during tornado warnings. If you are outdoors, find a low place to take shelter.