Best Time to Visit Silver Falls State Park
Best time to visit Silver Falls State Park: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Silver Falls State 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 Silver Falls State 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 | 47° | 34° | 10,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 34° | 9,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 37° | 9,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 39° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 43° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 68° | 48° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 79° | 53° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 79° | 55° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 71° | 51° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 44° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 39° | 10,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 38° | 15,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Silver Falls State Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Silver Falls State Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multnomah County | 44 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 56 in |
| Portland | 44 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 56 in |
| ZIP Code 97205 | 45 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 56 in |
| Portland International Airport | 49 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 61 in |
| Columbia River | 52 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 54 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 72°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Silver Falls State Park is a state park in Oregon. Silver Falls State Park is known for the Trail of Ten Falls.
Right now it is 80°F (27°C) in Silver Falls State Park with clear sky. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 57°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Silver Falls State Park is July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 49 mi away. Nearby highlights include Columbia River, Mount Hood, Smith Rock State Park and Cannon Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is 5.8°F above the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Silver Falls State Park today at 10/10. 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 Silver Falls State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:08 PM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 67° / 47°
Overcast · 16% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 73° / 45°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 7 mph
Things to do in Silver Falls State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Silver Falls State Park.
Quick facts about Silver Falls State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 44°52′41.9″N 122°39′19.1″W (44.8783, -122.6553) |
| Established | 1933 |
| Known for | the Trail of Ten Falls |
| Local time | 10:08 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Silver Falls State Park?
Silver Falls State Park is a state park in Oregon. Its coordinates are 44.8783, -122.6553. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Silver Falls State Park right now?
It is currently 80°F (27°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 41% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Silver Falls State Park?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Silver Falls State Park, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Silver Falls State Park in?
Silver Falls State Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 10:08 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Silver Falls State Park?
The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 49 mi away, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 178 mi away and Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 299 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Silver Falls State Park?
Popular options include Columbia River, Mount Hood, Smith Rock State Park, Cannon Beach, Crater Lake and Crater Lake National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-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 24, 2026 at 10:08 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
