Best Time to Visit Mount Hood
Best time to visit Mount Hood: July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Mount Hood
Go in July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Mount Hood 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 | 15° | 2° | 9,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 12° | 0° | 9,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 16° | 3° | 9,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 21° | 6° | 4,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | 27° | 11° | 4,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 36° | 18° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 46° | 26° | 0,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 46° | 26° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 41° | 23° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 28° | 13° | 5,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| November | 18° | 7° | 8,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 17° | 6° | 15,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Mount Hood compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Mount Hood.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland International Airport | 46 mi | 54°F | +67°F warmer | 61 in |
| Portland | 49 mi | 54°F | +67°F warmer | 56 in |
| Multnomah County | 49 mi | 54°F | +67°F warmer | 56 in |
| ZIP Code 97205 | 49 mi | 54°F | +67°F warmer | 56 in |
| Columbia River | 51 mi | 54°F | +67°F warmer | 54 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Mount Hood is a mountain in Oregon. Mount Hood is a mountain known as Oregon's highest peak. It sits at 11.250 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 31°F (-1°C) in Mount Hood with clear. It feels like 21°F. Today runs from 26°F to 40°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Mount Hood is July, August and September. The climate is polar. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 46°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 0°F.
The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 46 mi away. Nearby highlights include Columbia River, Silver Falls State Park, Smith Rock State Park and Mount Rainier.
In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 40°F is in line with the 41°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Mount Hood today at 9.9/10. Overnight lows near 26°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Mount Hood right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:01 PM, Sep 17 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 48° / 22°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 4 mph
🌤️ 52° / 28°
Mainly clear · 0% rain · wind 4 mph
Things to do in Mount Hood
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Mount Hood.
Quick facts about Mount Hood
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 45°22′24.6″N 121°41′45.2″W (45.3735, -121.6959) |
| Elevation | 11.250 ft |
| Known for | Oregon's highest peak |
| Local time | 1:01 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July, August and September |
| Climate | Polar |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Hood?
Mount Hood is a mountain in Oregon. Its coordinates are 45.3735, -121.6959. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mount Hood right now?
It is currently 31°F (-1°C) with clear. Humidity is 52% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mount Hood?
July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Hood, which has a polar climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mount Hood in?
Mount Hood observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 1:01 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Mount Hood?
The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 46 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 146 mi away and Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 273 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mount Hood?
Popular options include Columbia River, Silver Falls State Park, Smith Rock State Park, Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park and Cannon Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - 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 September 17, 2026 at 1:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
