Belknap Crater Weather

Viewpoint • Central Oregon

62°
😊
Comfort Score
86(A-)
Excellent
Weather updated October 5, 2026 at 2:03 PM PDT

Belknap Crater weather at a glance

Belknap Crater is a viewpoint at 6,873 feet in Central Oregon. Notable features include viewpoint and butte.

Current conditions are 62°F, feeling like 55°F, with 25% humidity, winds near 9 mph, 0% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild with clear skies.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 48°F and an average low of 34°F, with about 7.4 hours of sunshine per day and 1.8 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 68.2 inches.

Plan your week

10-Day Forecast

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  1. Today
    Oct 5
    62°48°
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    Oct 6
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    Oct 8
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    Oct 9
    60°36°
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    Oct 10
    42°27°
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    27°18°
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    Snow 0.60 in
  8. Mon
    Oct 12
    33°20°
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Hourly Forecast

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  6. Sunset6:40 PM
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  20. Sunrise7:11 AM
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Current Conditions

Temperature
62°F
Feels like 55°F
Humidity
25%
Dew point 26°F
Wind
9 mph
NW • Gusts 11 mph
Cloud Cover
0%
bright
Precip Chance
0%
Air Quality
26
Good

Comfort Breakdown

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Thermal73
Wind100
Sky Comfort100
Moisture83
Precipitation100
Air Quality
AQI 26 · Good
100

Weather Maps

Satellite

GOES-West Visible

Radar

Precipitation

9 mph
Gusts 11 mph
Wind

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About the weather maps for Belknap Crater

Each preview is centered on Belknap Crater, with the red pin marking its approximate location. Satellite imagery provides cloud context, radar shows nearby precipitation, and the fog view shows the marine-layer or low-cloud field when that regional layer is available.

These images cover a wider area than the point forecast, so a nearby cloud or rain band may not be directly over Belknap Crater. Open a preview for the interactive map and its latest timestamp before making a weather-sensitive decision.

Climate Dashboard

Current conditions vs. HRRR rolling destination baseline

Today's High vs Normal
62°Fforecast
6° above normal
Normal: 56°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
32.2"
10% below average
30-yr avg: 35.7"
Sunny Days
21last 28 days
1 more than baseline
Typical: 20
Foggy Days
5last 28 days
vs 4 typical
Foggier than usual
Avg Wind Speed
9.1 mphlast 28 days
Typical conditions
Typical: 9.7 mph
Comfort Score
7628-day avg
6 pts below typical
Recent baseline: 82
What the Belknap Crater climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Belknap Crater with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available; fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.

Positive and negative differences describe how Belknap Crater departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.

Historical Climate Data

Long-term weather patterns and climate data

Data sources: NOAA HRRR rolling destination baseline for recent temperature, precipitation, fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine signals.

Climate Overview

Based on HRRR rolling destination baseline (2024-10-01 to 2026-09-30)

62
Avg Comfort
47.6°
Avg High
33.7°
Avg Low
37%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine7.4h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog1.8h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain68.2"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr127 (35%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr100
✨ Perfect Days (80+)272

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. July88
67.7° / 48.5° · ☀️ 12.3h
1 foggy days · 3 rainy days
2. August88
68.2° / 49.7° · ☀️ 11.3h
1 foggy days · 2 rainy days
3. June62
58.8° / 40.6° · ☀️ 10.8h
6 foggy days · 5 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December6
36.5° / 26.9° · ☀️ 3h
💧 19" · 20 rainy days · 15 foggy days
2. November8
37.3° / 27.8° · ☀️ 3.8h
💧 8.8" · 19 rainy days · 13 foggy days
3. February10
32.3° / 21.4° · ☀️ 4.6h
💧 9" · 17 rainy days · 12 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
October 20246350° / 35.6°5.9h7d4.04"13
November 20243433.2° / 23.8°2.8h16d13.3"0
December 20243535.9° / 25.4°3.4h14d17.56"0
January 20254834.4° / 22.1°5.5h8d6.48"0
February 20253929.4° / 18.1°3.9h14d11.6"2
March 20254033.9° / 23.2°5h16d13.49"1
April 20255639.9° / 26.2°8.8h8d2.01"3
May 20256346.7° / 32.7°8.5h11d2.07"12
June 20258660.4° / 41.2°11.6h4d0.95"25
July 20259568.4° / 49.2°12.2h1d0.2"29
August 20259268.3° / 50.7°11.1h2d0.36"27
September 20258363.4° / 46.8°8.4h2d1.45"23
October 20255343.9° / 32.4°6h11d5.79"6
November 20254841.2° / 31.7°4.8h9d4.55"2
December 20253537° / 28.3°2.5h16d20.38"0
January 20265137.4° / 27.5°5.6h9d4.56"0
February 20264835.2° / 24.8°5.3h9d6.24"2
March 20264638.5° / 27.1°5.5h14d7.24"2
April 20265841.3° / 28°7.8h8d5.76"8
May 20267553.6° / 35.8°10.7h6d3.18"20
June 20267557.1° / 39.9°9.9h8d2.35"19
July 20269466.9° / 47.8°12.4h1d0.45"30
August 20269568.1° / 48.6°11.5h0d0.02"30
September 20267454.2° / 39.5°8.2h5d2.4"18
Last updated: 10/2/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

73°F58°F43°F28°F13°FOct '24Nov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26Jul '26Aug '26Sep '26
Average High
Average Low
About the Belknap Crater climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Belknap Crater, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.

Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Belknap Crater. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.

Hourly Temperature, Wind, and Cloud Cover Patterns

Average local hour by month from 2016-05-01 to 2026-05-01

How to read the temperature heatmap for Belknap Crater

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Belknap Crater changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day; warmer colors identify the usual afternoon peaks and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the wind heatmap for Belknap Crater

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Belknap Crater through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the cloud cover heatmap for Belknap Crater

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Belknap Crater for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

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Location Details

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Coordinates
44.2853, -121.8422
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Elevation
6873 ft
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Type
Viewpoint
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Tags
#viewpoint#butte
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Belknap Crater

What is the weather at Belknap Crater right now?

Current conditions at Belknap Crater are 62°F, feeling like 55°F, with 25% humidity, winds near 9 mph, 0% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild with clear skies

What temperatures are typical at Belknap Crater?

The location-specific record for 2024-10-01 through 2026-09-30 shows an average daily high of 48°F and an average low of 34°F at Belknap Crater. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Belknap Crater get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 68.2 inches of precipitation and 127 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Belknap Crater. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Belknap Crater foggy?

Belknap Crater averages about 1.8 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 100 foggy days in a typical year. Fog varies considerably by season, so check the monthly breakdown and current forecast for visit planning.

What are the best months to visit Belknap Crater for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are July 2025 (68°F/49°F average high/low and a 95 comfort score), August 2026 (68°F/49°F average high/low and a 95 comfort score), and July 2026 (67°F/48°F average high/low and a 94 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.

What kind of destination is Belknap Crater?

Belknap Crater is a viewpoint at 6,873 feet. Notable features include viewpoint and butte.

💡 Local Tip: Central Oregon weather can change dramatically within short distances and throughout the day. Always check current conditions before visiting Belknap Crater.