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Finger Lakes National Forest

Hector, New York · Schuyler County

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42.51489, -76.84750
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Finger Lakes National Forest

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High74°F
Avg Low62°F
Peak Rain Chance41%
Humidity84%
UV (avg)5
Air Quality75 · Moderate
Today
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Light Rain
72°/65°
💧 41%🌬 12mph
↑ 5:55 AM ↓ 8:31 PM
Wed
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Light Rain
69°/63°
💧 23%🌬 14mph
↑ 5:56 AM ↓ 8:30 PM
Thu
🌧
Light Rain
71°/62°
💧 27%🌬 15mph
↑ 5:57 AM ↓ 8:29 PM
Fri
☁️
Overcast
78°/58°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
↑ 5:58 AM ↓ 8:28 PM
Sat
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Drizzle
82°/60°
💧 5%🌬 9mph
↑ 5:59 AM ↓ 8:27 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

Plan Your Visit to Finger Lakes National Forest

Heading to Finger Lakes National Forest? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Finger Lakes National Forest?

No central reservation system listed for Finger Lakes National Forest. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/2023) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Finger Lakes National Forest?

n/a

How do I contact Finger Lakes National Forest?

You can reach the park at phone: 1111111111 or email: sfoster02@fs.fed.us.

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