Best Time to Visit Cannon Beach
Best time to visit Cannon Beach: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Cannon Beach
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Cannon Beach month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51° | 41° | 10,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 40° | 9,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 42° | 11,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 44° | 5,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 58° | 48° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 62° | 52° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 65° | 54° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 68° | 56° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 65° | 54° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 49° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 54° | 44° | 12,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 53° | 44° | 16,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Cannon Beach compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Cannon Beach.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia River | 65 mi | 54°F | +34°F warmer | 54 in |
| ZIP Code 97205 | 67 mi | 54°F | +34°F warmer | 56 in |
| Portland | 67 mi | 54°F | +34°F warmer | 56 in |
| Multnomah County | 67 mi | 54°F | +34°F warmer | 56 in |
| Portland International Airport | 69 mi | 54°F | +34°F warmer | 61 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Cannon Beach is a beach in Oregon. Cannon Beach is a beach known for Haystack Rock at low tide.
Right now it is 67°F (20°C) in Cannon Beach with clear sky. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 57°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Cannon Beach is July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 68°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 40°F.
The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 69 mi away. Nearby highlights include Columbia River, Silver Falls State Park, Mount Hood and Mount Rainier.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 7.7°F above the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Cannon Beach today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Cannon Beach right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:02 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 65° / 54°
Light drizzle · 27% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 65° / 51°
Overcast · 4% rain · wind 6 mph
Things to do in Cannon Beach
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cannon Beach.
Quick facts about Cannon Beach
| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 45°53′30.5″N 123°57′41.4″W (45.8918, -123.9615) |
| Known for | Haystack Rock at low tide |
| Local time | 12:02 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cannon Beach?
Cannon Beach is a beach in Oregon. Its coordinates are 45.8918, -123.9615. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Cannon Beach right now?
It is currently 67°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 81% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cannon Beach?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Cannon Beach, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cannon Beach in?
Cannon Beach observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 12:02 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Cannon Beach?
The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 69 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 133 mi away and Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 231 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cannon Beach?
Popular options include Columbia River, Silver Falls State Park, Mount Hood, Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park and Olympic National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 12:02 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
