Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in October
In October, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area averages a high of 63°F and a low of 42°F, with 4.6 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 355,000 people visit, the 6th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 02 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 63° / 42°F
- Precipitation
- 4.6in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 11h 2m
- Visitors
- 355,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (moderate) and May (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Andover Aeroflex AP, NJ, 12.3 miles from the park's center, 583 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statue of Liberty National Monument | 65° / 51° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Stonewall National Monument | 65° / 51° | Few or no visits | Mild, wet |
| Castle Clinton National Monument | 65° / 51° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Gateway National Recreation Area | 65° / 50° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Valley Forge National Historical Park | 67° / 44° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area on nps.gov
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