Gatlinburg Weather
Weather in Gatlinburg
The weather is always changing in
Gatlinburg TN. You could be walking around in shorts
during the day and at night you can’t seem to put on
enough clothes. We can help you out. Just read below to
determine your clothing choices while visiting our
Gatlinburg cabins in Gatlinburg TN.
The weather is especially confusing in the Spring.
It can be hot, cold, rainy or snowy depending on your
elevations. March , April and May can be anywhere from
the daytime temperature of the 80’s and the nighttime
low in the 30’s. We suggest you bring a jacket while
renting one of our
Gatlinburg cabins.
Summer in Gatlinburg TN, much like most of the
south, is hot and humid. No way around it. Day time
temperature highs reach about 85 - 90 degree. This is a
favorite time to go to the mountains. It’s the perfect
temperature for some outdoor activities or just sitting
in the rocker at a cabin.
As for Fall in Gatlinburg, it’s still warm enough
for shorts during the day but you might need pants at
night. September starts getting chilly at night. Bring a
jacket and you should be fine. October shows decreasing
temperatures. It’s colder so long sleeves are highly
suggested. In November don’t be surprised if you see
snow at the higher elevations. The cold temperatures can
make it happen. Also, lets not forget about the
fall foliage of Gatlinburg TN. Peak fall foliage
hits around mid October and lasts through mid November.
Depending on some weather variations, fall foliage might
last through Thanksgiving.
Now for Winter! Don't be confused.
Gatlinburg TN is not Colorado in the since that there
will be 2 feet of snow during the winter. There
will be some snow, but not all winter long. There
will be sporadic snow fall in Gatlinburg and some valley
areas. However, for the most part, there will be
snow all year in high elevations such as Ober Gatlinburg
and Mt. Leconte. Regardless, whether there is snow
or no snow, you will most likely need a heavy jacket for
most of the winter months.
SMOKY MOUNTAINS
WEATHER ADVISORY WARNING:
Be aware that the weather in the mountains during the
winter season can change very rapidly.
If it is snowing or sleeting, it is recommended that you
use a Four Wheel Drive vehicle and chains. Always
keep an eye on the weather reports.
BE SURE TO CHECK THE HIGHWAYS
BECAUSE MOST ARE CLOSED DURING SNOWY CONDITIONS.
AT THE CABIN RENTAL UNIT -
Always have an ample supply of food in the cabin. Park
your car at the bottom of any steep driveways if you
know bad weather is on its way. Do not leave the cabin
if you think that you might be able to return to the
cabin because of the approaching weather. During
snow and ice conditions Cabins For You will be happy to
provide assistance for our guests. Unfortunately, Cabins
For You's insurance does not allow us to provide
emergency services such as a tow truck or other
means of transportation to our rental units. Since
winter snow is normally minimal and unpredictable in
this area, private snow plows are not available for
guest use. Driveways are generally not plowed.
Bags of salt are provided at the cabins that need it!
IN GATLINBURG -
City streets are
normally plowed but remote roads are not plowed as
often. Cabins For You is not responsible for driving or
road conditions or for how guests drive or the expense
and/or coordination of tow trucks. We would like all of
our guest to have a wonderful time, but remember to be
extremely careful during the winter season.
Information and Road Closures in the
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