Best Time to Visit Crater Lake National Park
Best time to visit Crater Lake National Park: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Crater Lake National Park
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 Crater Lake National Park 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 | 38° | 25° | 9,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 34° | 22° | 9,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 39° | 25° | 8,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 44° | 26° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 53° | 32° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 64° | 41° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 75° | 52° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 72° | 51° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 64° | 46° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 52° | 36° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 40° | 28° | 7,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 38° | 27° | 11,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Crater Lake National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Crater Lake National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crater Lake | 6 mi | 42°F | about the same | 57 in |
| Mount Shasta | 101 mi | 16°F | 58°F cooler | 71 in |
| Smith Rock State Park | 116 mi | 51°F | +41°F warmer | 20 in |
| Silver Falls State Park | 141 mi | 51°F | +41°F warmer | 79 in |
| Redwood National and State Parks | 148 mi | 52°F | +42°F warmer | 64 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 72°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Crater Lake National Park is a national park in Oregon. Crater Lake National Park is a US national park known for the deepest lake in the United States.
Right now it is 62°F (16°C) in Crater Lake National Park with partly cloudy. It feels like 57°F. Today runs from 56°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Crater Lake National Park is July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 22°F.
The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 189 mi away. Nearby highlights include Crater Lake, Mount Shasta, Smith Rock State Park and Silver Falls State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is 6.7°F above the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Crater Lake National Park today at 9.7/10. 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 Crater Lake National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:58 AM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
☀️ 68° / 45°
Clear sky · 2% rain · wind 12 mph
☀️ 73° / 42°
Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 9 mph
Things to do in Crater Lake National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Crater Lake National Park.
Quick facts about Crater Lake National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 42°52′6.2″N 122°10′6.6″W (42.8684, -122.1685) |
| Established | 1902 |
| Known for | the deepest lake in the United States |
| Local time | 12:58 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake National Park is a national park in Oregon. Its coordinates are 42.8684, -122.1685. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Crater Lake National Park right now?
It is currently 62°F (16°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 36% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Crater Lake National Park?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Crater Lake National Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Crater Lake National Park in?
Crater Lake National Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 12:58 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Crater Lake National Park?
The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 189 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Crater Lake National Park?
Popular options include Crater Lake, Mount Shasta, Smith Rock State Park, Silver Falls State Park, Redwood National and State Parks and Lassen Volcanic National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 21, 2026 at 12:58 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
