Crack-in-the-Ground Weather
Trailhead • Central Oregon
A high-desert hiking destination following a volcanic fissure south of Fort Rock.
Crack-in-the-Ground weather at a glance
Crack-in-the-Ground is a trailhead at 4,477 feet in Central Oregon. A high-desert hiking destination following a volcanic fissure south of Fort Rock. Notable features include hiking, trailhead, high-desert, and remote-access.
Current conditions are 65°F, feeling like 56°F, with 24% humidity, winds near 10 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild and breezy and cloudy.
The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 62°F and an average low of 36°F, with about 8.9 hours of sunshine per day and 0.3 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 6.0 inches.
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10-Day Forecast
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Hourly Forecast
Current Conditions
Comfort Breakdown
Weather Maps
About the weather maps for Crack-in-the-Ground
Each preview is centered on Crack-in-the-Ground, 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 Crack-in-the-Ground. Open a preview for the interactive map and its latest timestamp before making a weather-sensitive decision.
Nearby Temperature Comparison
Conditions at nearby Central Oregon destinations
Tip: Central Oregon temps can vary 20-30°F within a short distance due to microclimates.
Climate Dashboard
Current conditions vs. HRRR rolling destination baseline
What the Crack-in-the-Ground climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at Crack-in-the-Ground 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 Crack-in-the-Ground 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 (2024-09-01 to 2026-08-31)
🌟 Best Months to Visit
⚠️ Challenging Months
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Comfort | High/Low | ☀️ Sun | 🌫️ Fog | 💧 Rain | Perfect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2024 | 91 | 76.9° / 44.8° | 10h | 0d | 0" | 26 |
| October 2024 | 82 | 63.7° / 33.1° | 7.7h | 0d | 0.35" | 23 |
| November 2024 | 57 | 43.2° / 26.6° | 5.2h | 1d | 0.83" | 4 |
| December 2024 | 52 | 40° / 25.2° | 4.8h | 3d | 2.23" | 0 |
| January 2025 | 58 | 40° / 19.6° | 5.9h | 3d | 0.53" | 1 |
| February 2025 | 56 | 38° / 19.2° | 6h | 4d | 2.09" | 3 |
| March 2025 | 67 | 47.9° / 28.7° | 7h | 0d | 1.33" | 9 |
| April 2025 | 88 | 60.2° / 31.3° | 10.4h | 0d | 0.1" | 26 |
| May 2025 | 90 | 68.4° / 38.7° | 11.6h | 0d | 0.06" | 29 |
| June 2025 | 93 | 78.3° / 46.7° | 12.6h | 0d | 0.37" | 28 |
| July 2025 | 91 | 85.5° / 53.7° | 12.5h | 0d | 0.53" | 31 |
| August 2025 | 92 | 83.1° / 52.8° | 11h | 0d | 0.13" | 30 |
| September 2025 | 92 | 76.7° / 45.8° | 9.7h | 1d | 0.13" | 28 |
| October 2025 | 81 | 58.4° / 31.7° | 7.5h | 0d | 0.22" | 21 |
| November 2025 | 74 | 52.1° / 29.7° | 6.5h | 1d | 0.17" | 14 |
| December 2025 | 59 | 46.3° / 29° | 5.3h | 3d | 1.89" | 3 |
| January 2026 | 66 | 44.4° / 22.1° | 6.5h | 1d | 0.13" | 4 |
| February 2026 | 68 | 47.5° / 26.2° | 7h | 3d | 1.01" | 9 |
| March 2026 | 81 | 58.5° / 32° | 8.7h | 0d | 0.32" | 23 |
| April 2026 | 83 | 58.4° / 31.1° | 9.6h | 0d | 0.3" | 20 |
| May 2026 | 89 | 70.2° / 39.6° | 11.9h | 0d | 0.58" | 28 |
| June 2026 | 90 | 76° / 45.7° | 12.1h | 0d | 0.15" | 29 |
| July 2026 | 87 | 86.8° / 53.6° | 12.2h | 0d | 0.05" | 31 |
| August 2026 | 89 | 85.9° / 51.1° | 11.7h | 0d | 0" | 31 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the Crack-in-the-Ground climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Crack-in-the-Ground, 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 Crack-in-the-Ground. 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 Crack-in-the-Ground
This heatmap shows how average temperature at Crack-in-the-Ground 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 Crack-in-the-Ground
This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Crack-in-the-Ground 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 Crack-in-the-Ground
This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Crack-in-the-Ground 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.
Location Details
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Crack-in-the-Ground
What is the weather at Crack-in-the-Ground right now?
Current conditions at Crack-in-the-Ground are 65°F, feeling like 56°F, with 24% humidity, winds near 10 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild and breezy and cloudy
What temperatures are typical at Crack-in-the-Ground?
The location-specific record for 2024-09-01 through 2026-08-31 shows an average daily high of 62°F and an average low of 36°F at Crack-in-the-Ground. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.
How much rain does Crack-in-the-Ground get?
The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 6.0 inches of precipitation and 47 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Crack-in-the-Ground. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.
How often is Crack-in-the-Ground foggy?
Crack-in-the-Ground averages about 0.3 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 10 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 Crack-in-the-Ground for comfortable weather?
Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are June 2025 (78°F/47°F average high/low and a 93 comfort score), August 2025 (83°F/53°F average high/low and a 92 comfort score), and September 2025 (77°F/46°F average high/low and a 92 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.
What kind of destination is Crack-in-the-Ground?
Crack-in-the-Ground is a trailhead at 4,477 feet. A high-desert hiking destination following a volcanic fissure south of Fort Rock. Notable features include hiking, trailhead, high-desert, and remote-access.