Wawayanda State Park, NJ

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Outdoor scenery at Wawayanda State Park
Wawayanda State Park — photo by Kritzolina, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Today’s Forecast:

☁
44°F
High: 45° | Low: 35°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KFWN
Observed at: 7:02 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 11 mph | Humidity: 93%
Tonight:Rain showers before 1am, then rain. Cloudy. Low around 35, with temperatures rising to around 37 overnight. Northeast wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Friday:Rain before 8am, then rain and snow. Cloudy, with a high near 39. North wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Friday Night:A slight chance of rain showers before 7pm, then a chance of snow between 8pm and 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 31. Northwest wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for hiking. High near 39°F. Rain forecast later today (97%). Light wind (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 73/100
Good for hiking. High near 42°F. Light wind (9 mph).

🚲 Biking

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for biking. High near 39°F. Rain forecast later today (97%). Light wind (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 20/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 42°F. Light wind (9 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (42°F).

⛺ Camping

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for camping. High near 39°F. Rain forecast later today (97%). Light wind (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 75/100
Good for camping. High near 42°F. Light wind (9 mph).

🛶 Paddling

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for paddling. High near 39°F. Rain forecast later today (97%). Breezy winds (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 23/100
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 42°F. Light wind (9 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (42°F).

🐟 Fishing

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for fishing. High near 39°F. Rain forecast later today (97%). Light wind (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (39°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 78/100
Good for fishing. High near 42°F. Light wind (9 mph).

🎿 Cross-Country Skiing

Use Caution
  39 /100

Use Caution for cross-country skiing. High near 39°F. Rain forecast later today (97%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 17/100
Not Recommended for cross-country skiing. High near 42°F. Light wind (9 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (42°F).

🛷 Sledding / Snowshoeing

Use Caution
  43 /100

Use Caution for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 39°F. Rain forecast later today (97%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 71/100
Good for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 42°F. Light wind (9 mph).

🎣 Ice Fishing

Use Caution
  40 /100

Use Caution for ice fishing. High near 39°F. Rain forecast later today (97%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 27/100
Not Recommended for ice fishing. High near 42°F. Light wind (9 mph). Hot temperatures (high near 42°F). Temperatures outside comfort limits (42°F).

About Wawayanda State Park

Wawayanda State Park rewards weather-aware planning with a spring-fed mountain lake, Bearfort Mountain, camping, boating, fishing, trails, and established winter use.

Planning an Outing at Wawayanda State Park

Put the most exposed or time-sensitive activity first, then keep a shorter option nearby if wind, rain, heat, or access changes.

Weather Tips for Wawayanda State Park

  • Check water level, river stage or dam release, launch status, current, water temperature, and wind before putting in.
  • Open reservoirs build short steep waves quickly, while rivers may change because of rain well upstream.
  • Leave the water when thunder is heard and allow extra daylight for headwind, current, portage, or crowded ramps.
  • Verify park, campground, swimming, fishing, and water-quality notices before the drive.

Nearby Towns and Areas

Use this forecast as practical context for outdoor plans near:

  • Vernon
  • Hewitt
  • West Milford
  • Bearfort Mountain
  • Wawayanda Plateau
  • Appalachian Trail
  • Abram S. Hewitt State Forest

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Recheck observations before committing, then adjust the route, launch, or schedule when real conditions differ from the forecast.

7-Day Forecast for Wawayanda State Park

☁
44°F
High: 45° | Low: 35°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KFWN
Observed at: 7:02 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 11 mph | Humidity: 93%
Fri ❄
39° 31°
98%
Sat ⛅
42° 33°
0%
Sun ⛅
44° 33°
0%
Mon ☀
47° 31°
0%
Tue ☀
52° 33°
0%
Wed ☀
57° 34°
0%
Thu ☀
58° --°
1%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

39° Fri 42° Sat 44° Sun 47° Mon 52° Tue 57° Wed 58° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

31° Fri 33° Sat 33° Sun 31° Mon 33° Tue 34° Wed 50° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 18 Fri 20 Sat 20 Sun 20 Mon 80 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 12, 2026 8:29 pm CST

Weather by Season

Winter

Winter at Wawayanda State Park brings cold water, gusty fronts, occasional snow and ice, and limited services. Never assume ice is safe; use winter activities only where locally permitted and verified.

Spring

Spring water stays cold as rain raises levels and softens shoreline access. Wind, dam operations, current, and launch status deserve a fresh check before every outing.

Summer

Summer favors boating and paddling, but heat, afternoon lightning, algae or water-quality notices, and sudden gusts can shorten the day. An early launch usually offers the best margin. Where winter cards are selected, ice use still depends on current local measurements and official access.

Fall

Fall often brings comfortable air and fishing weather, while cooling water, stronger fronts, foliage traffic, and shorter daylight increase the need for layers and conservative return times.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Annual average temperature: about 51–56°F using the nearest practical inland climate station.
  • Annual snowfall: generally about 15–30 inches, varying with elevation and distance from the coast.
  • 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.