Crater Lake National Park

Weather History, Monthly Averages & Best Time to Visit

ORPacific West7,100 ft

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Best Time to Visit

RecommendedMay - October

Summer months offer the best weather, but also the largest crowds.

AvoidWinter months for high-elevation parks (road closures)

Tip: Spring and fall offer fewer crowds with pleasant temperatures.

Monthly Climate Averages

Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Medford, OR, based on 55+ years of weather data.

Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 91°F / Low: 56°F
Coldest MonthDecemberAvg High: 46°F / Low: 32°F
Jan
48°/ 31°
💧 5.2"
❄️ 1.2"
Feb
54°/ 33°
💧 4.6"
❄️ 0.9"
Mar
59°/ 36°
💧 4.0"
❄️ 0.8"
Apr
65°/ 39°
💧 3.4"
❄️ 0.4"
May
73°/ 44°
💧 3.9"
❄️ 0.1"
Jun
82°/ 50°
💧 3.7"
Jul
91°/ 56°
💧 4.0"
Aug
90°/ 55°
💧 5.0"
Sep
83°/ 48°
💧 5.2"
Oct
69°/ 40°
💧 4.7"
Nov
53°/ 35°
💧 5.4"
❄️ 0.9"
Dec
46°/ 32°
💧 5.9"
❄️ 1.0"

Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.

Data from Medford, OR. Expect ~25°F cooler at elevation.

Official NPS Websitenps.gov/crla