Delaware Water Gap & Worthington State Forest, NJ

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View of the Delaware Water Gap from the Delaware River Viaduct over the Delaware River
View of the Delaware Water Gap from the Delaware River Viaduct over the Delaware River - Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Today’s Forecast:

☁
41°F
High: 46° | Low: 32°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KMPO
Observed at: 6:53 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 7 mph | Humidity: 93%
Tonight:Rain showers before 1am, then rain. Cloudy, with a low around 32. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Friday:Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 46. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Friday Night:A chance of rain before 7pm, then a chance of rain and snow between 7pm and 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 26. North wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Use Caution
  42 /100

Use Caution for hiking. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (94%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 84/100
Good for hiking. High near 48°F. Light wind (10 mph).

🚲 Biking

Use Caution
  40 /100

Use Caution for biking. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (94%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 75/100
Good for biking. High near 48°F. Light wind (10 mph).

⛺ Camping

Use Caution
  43 /100

Use Caution for camping. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (94%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 90/100
Excellent for camping. High near 48°F. Light wind (10 mph).

🛶 Paddling

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for paddling. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (94%). Breezy winds (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (45°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 22/100
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 48°F. Breezy winds (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (48°F).

🐟 Fishing

Use Caution
  42 /100

Use Caution for fishing. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (94%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 86/100
Excellent for fishing. High near 48°F. Light wind (10 mph).

About Delaware Water Gap & Worthington State Forest

From short visits to full-day plans, Delaware Water Gap & Worthington State Forest brings together the Delaware River, Mount Tammany, Kittatinny trails, launches, fishing, and Worthington camping.

Planning an Outing at Delaware Water Gap & Worthington State Forest

Check conditions again shortly before departure, especially when the plan depends on a launch, road, campground, guarded beach, or scheduled event.

Weather Tips for Delaware Water Gap & Worthington State Forest

  • Compare valley and ridge forecasts; elevation can add fog, wind, ice, and a sharp temperature drop.
  • Check trail, road, campground, lift, snowmaking, and seasonal facility status before leaving.
  • Use traction when required and turn around before thunderstorms or fading daylight reach exposed terrain.
  • Expect foliage traffic, hunting-season activity, and slower travel on narrow mountain roads.

Nearby Towns and Areas

Use this forecast as practical context for outdoor plans near:

  • Columbia
  • Blairstown
  • Hardwick
  • Mount Tammany
  • Dunnfield Creek
  • Kittatinny Point
  • Appalachian Trail

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Scale distance and exposure to the latest forecast, and leave room to turn around before conditions deteriorate.

7-Day Forecast for Delaware Water Gap & Worthington State Forest

☁
41°F
High: 46° | Low: 32°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KMPO
Observed at: 6:53 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 7 mph | Humidity: 93%
Fri 🌧
46° 26°
94%
Sat ☁
48° 28°
0%
Sun ⛅
50° 31°
0%
Mon ⛅
51° 27°
1%
Tue ☀
56° 29°
0%
Wed ☀
62° 31°
0%
Thu ☀
63° --°
1%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

46° Fri 48° Sat 50° Sun 51° Mon 56° Tue 62° Wed 63° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

26° Fri 28° Sat 31° Sun 27° Mon 29° Tue 31° Wed 50° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 18 Fri 20 Sat 70 Sun 75 Mon 100 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 12, 2026 10:48 pm CST

Delaware Water Gap & Worthington State Forest Weather by Season

Winter

Winter at Delaware Water Gap & Worthington State Forest can bring meaningful snow, ice, wind, and freeze-thaw conditions. Check roads, trail or lift status, traction needs, and daylight before entering higher terrain.

Spring

Spring is often muddy and uneven, with lingering ice in shade and streams running high after rain or snowmelt. Delay fragile trail use when managers request it.

Summer

Summer combines humid valley heat with thunderstorms, fog, and gusts on exposed ridges. Start climbs and rides early and leave high points before lightning develops.

Fall

Fall offers crisp hiking and foliage, but parking pressure, hunting seasons, cold fronts, and early sunset require an earlier start and flexible route. Ridge fog and freeze-thaw can linger after nearby valleys have cleared.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Annual average temperature: about 48–53°F, cooler at higher elevations.
  • Annual snowfall: commonly 20–40 inches in the northwest highlands, with more variation on ridges.
  • Warmest months: July and August are normally warmest.
  • Coolest months: January is typically coolest.
  • Wettest season: Summer is often wettest because of thunderstorms and tropical moisture, although precipitation is distributed through the year.
  • Driest season: Fall is often driest, particularly from October into November.
  • Best outdoor window: Spring and fall usually provide the best balance of comfortable temperatures and reliable access.