Cannon Beach Travel Guide
Cannon Beach travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Cannon Beach is a beach in Oregon. Cannon Beach is a beach known for Haystack Rock at low tide.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Cannon Beach with partly cloudy. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 56°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 7%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - 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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is 3.1°F below the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Cannon Beach today at 9.2/10. 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.
Map of Cannon Beach
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 45°53′30.5″N 123°57′41.4″W (45.8918, -123.9615)
Weather in Cannon Beach right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:49 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 65° / 56°
Light drizzle · 7% rain · wind 14 mph
🌦️ 66° / 57°
Light drizzle · 14% rain · wind 8 mph
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 | 3:49 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Cannon Beach
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cannon Beach.
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.
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.
Airports near Cannon Beach
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland International Airport | PDX | 69 mi | Portland |
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | SEA | 133 mi | Seattle |
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | 231 mi | Vancouver |
Explore Cannon Beach
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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 61°F (16°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 90% and wind is 11 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 3:49 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 23, 2026 at 3:49 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
