Mount Hood Travel Guide
Mount Hood travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 32°F (0°C) in Mount Hood with clear sky. It feels like 18°F. Today runs from 28°F to 41°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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. August is the warmest month with average highs near 47°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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 41°F is 6.1°F below the 47°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Mount Hood today at 9.7/10. Gusts to 38 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near 28°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Mount Hood
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Coordinates: 45°22′24.6″N 121°41′45.2″W (45.3735, -121.6959)
Weather in Mount Hood right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:31 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 41° / 28°
Partly cloudy · 10% rain · wind 27 mph
🌤️ 40° / 28°
Mainly clear · 5% rain · wind 24 mph
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 | 10:31 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July, August and September |
| Climate | Polar |
Things to do in Mount Hood
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Mount Hood.
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.
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.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 38 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Mount Hood
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland International Airport | PDX | 46 mi | Portland |
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | SEA | 146 mi | Seattle |
| Vancouver International Airport | YVR | 273 mi | Vancouver |
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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 32°F (0°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 66% and wind is 22 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 10:31 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 10:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
