Best Time to Visit Smith Rock State Park
Best time to visit Smith Rock State Park: June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Smith Rock State Park
Go in June, July, August and September. 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 Smith Rock 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 | 42° | 26° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 44° | 28° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 33° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 59° | 35° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 69° | 43° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 51° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 89° | 58° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 85° | 56° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 76° | 49° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 63° | 39° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 50° | 34° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 32° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Smith Rock State Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Smith Rock State Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hood | 75 mi | 19°F | 65°F cooler | 72 in |
| Silver Falls State Park | 83 mi | 51°F | about the same | 79 in |
| Portland | 109 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 53 in |
| Multnomah County | 109 mi | 54°F | +35°F warmer | 53 in |
| Crater Lake | 110 mi | 42°F | 41°F cooler | 58 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
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Smith Rock State Park is a state park in Oregon. Smith Rock State Park is known for sport climbing on tuff spires.
Right now it is 40°F (5°C) in Smith Rock State Park with clear. It feels like 31°F. Today runs from 37°F to 52°F. Chance of precipitation is 34%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Smith Rock State Park is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 26°F.
The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 111 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Hood, Silver Falls State Park, Crater Lake and Columbia River.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 52°F is 10.4°F below the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Smith Rock State Park today at 8.9/10. 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 Smith Rock State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:38 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 54° / 28°
Overcast · 15% rain · wind 9 mph
☁️ 51° / 29°
Overcast · 10% rain · wind 5 mph
Things to do in Smith Rock State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Smith Rock State Park.
Quick facts about Smith Rock State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 44°21′58.7″N 121°8′19.3″W (44.3663, -121.1387) |
| Established | 1960 |
| Known for | sport climbing on tuff spires |
| Local time | 1:38 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Smith Rock State Park?
Smith Rock State Park is a state park in Oregon. Its coordinates are 44.3663, -121.1387. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Smith Rock State Park right now?
It is currently 40°F (5°C) with clear. Humidity is 71% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Smith Rock State Park?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Smith Rock State Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Smith Rock State Park in?
Smith Rock State Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 1:38 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Smith Rock State Park?
The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 111 mi away and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 220 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Smith Rock State Park?
Popular options include Mount Hood, Silver Falls State Park, Crater Lake, Columbia River, Crater Lake National Park and Cannon Beach.
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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 October 28, 2026 at 1:38 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
