Our verdict
The best time to visit Chopta is February
In summer, the temperature in Chopta can rise as high as 31℃ (88℉). The weather at night in the winter can get down to temperatures as low as 22℃ (72℉).
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Chopta, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in June are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. On average it rains the most days in September, making it the wettest month of the year. Although it’s the wet season, it can often rain a little bit during the day or evening but have fine weather for a majority of the day too, so don’t let this put you off.
Keep reading to find all the info you need (and none of the stuff you don’t) about the best times to go to Chopta. By the time you get to the bottom, you’ll be ready to start booking your trip.
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Chopta seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Chopta as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Chopta is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Chopta
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Chopta for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Chopta climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Chopta for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Chopta in January
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 25mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in January, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in February
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 28mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in February, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in March
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 48mm (2") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in March, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in April
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 58mm (2") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in April, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in May
- Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 112mm (4") over 27 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in May, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in June
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 4 days
- Average rainfall: 75mm (3") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in July
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 91mm (4") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in August
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 112mm (4") over 26 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in September
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 120mm (5") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
Chopta in October
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 108mm (4") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in October, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in November
- Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 4 days
- Average rainfall: 91mm (4") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Chopta in December
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 41mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Chopta in December, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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