Elk Lake Weather
Lake • Central Oregon
Elk Lake weather at a glance
Elk Lake is a lake at 4,885 feet in Central Oregon. Notable features include lake.
Current conditions are 78°F, feeling like 78°F, with 22% humidity, winds near 9 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Warm and overcast.
The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 51°F and an average low of 34°F, with about 7.7 hours of sunshine per day and 1.3 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 32.2 inches.
Current Conditions
Comfort Breakdown
Hourly Forecast
Today
| Time | Temp | Comfort | AQI | Wind | Precip | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Now | 78° | 69 (C) | 83 Observed | 9 mph | 1% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 1pm | 81° | 68 (C) | 7 AQI-eq | 8 mph | 0% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 2pm | 79° | 69 (C) | 19 AQI-eq | 11 mph | 1% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 3pm | 78° | 75 (B) | 18 AQI-eq | 9 mph | 2% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 4pm | 78° | 78 (B) | 14 AQI-eq | 5 mph | 5% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 5pm | 77° | 74 (B-) | 10 AQI-eq | 5 mph | 6% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 6pm | 74° | 84 (B) | 6 AQI-eq | 5 mph | 4% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 7pm | 72° | 86 (A-) | 3 AQI-eq | 2 mph | 4% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 8pm | 68° | 81 (B) | 3 AQI-eq | 5 mph | 7% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 9pm | 66° | 80 (B) | 3 AQI-eq | 4 mph | 7% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 10pm | 64° | 75 (B) | 11 AQI-eq | 5 mph | 9% | ☁️ Cloudy |
| 11pm | 61° | 67 (C) | 15 AQI-eq | 8 mph | 9% | ☁️ Cloudy |
How to read the Elk Lake hourly chart
The hourly chart follows the next 48 forecast hours at Elk Lake. Use the temperature view to see warming and cooling through the day, and the comfort view to see when the combined temperature, wind, clouds, precipitation, and air quality should feel most favorable.
The wind view compares sustained wind with stronger gusts at Elk Lake. The AQI view uses the current observation for “Now” and modeled AQI-equivalent guidance for later hours when forecast smoke data is available.
Weather Maps
About the weather maps for Elk Lake
Each preview is centered on Elk Lake, 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 Elk Lake. Open a preview for the interactive map and its latest timestamp before making a weather-sensitive decision.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | High/Low | Comfort | Precip | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 81° / 61° | 82 (B) | 9% | ☀️ Sunny |
| Sat | 68° / 49° | 81 (B) | 6% | ☀️ Sunny |
| Sun | 72° / 44° | 81 (B) | 0% | ☀️ Sunny |
| Mon | 83° / 52° | 79 (B) | 1% | ☀️ Sunny |
| Tue | 83° / 55° | 76 (B) | 1% | ☀️ Sunny |
| Wed | 72° / 45° | 78 (B) | 2% | ☀️ Sunny |
| Thu🏆 Best | 68° / 43° | 88 (A-) | 4% | ☀️ Sunny |
Best day this week: Thu (Comfort score: 88)
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 Elk Lake climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake 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 (2024-06-01 to 2026-03-31)
🌟 Best Months to Visit
⚠️ Challenging Months
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Comfort | High/Low | ☀️ Sun | 🌫️ Fog | 💧 Rain | Perfect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2024 | 86 | 61.4° / 41.6° | 11.7h | 3d | 1.07" | 24 |
| July 2024 | 96 | 75.7° / 52.7° | 12.8h | 0d | 0.03" | 31 |
| August 2024 | 92 | 70.3° / 47.7° | 10.8h | 1d | 0.08" | 28 |
| September 2024 | 90 | 67.5° / 44.8° | 9.7h | 1d | 0.16" | 26 |
| October 2024 | 72 | 54.4° / 36.6° | 6.3h | 5d | 1.44" | 17 |
| November 2024 | 39 | 34.8° / 23.4° | 2.9h | 11d | 8.02" | 0 |
| December 2024 | 39 | 36° / 23.5° | 3.3h | 10d | 10.65" | 0 |
| January 2025 | 52 | 36.5° / 17.8° | 5.7h | 6d | 3.26" | 0 |
| February 2025 | 43 | 32.4° / 17.2° | 3.8h | 11d | 5.14" | 2 |
| March 2025 | 49 | 37.3° / 23.3° | 5h | 13d | 6.3" | 4 |
| April 2025 | 68 | 45.1° / 26.7° | 9.5h | 1d | 0.87" | 8 |
| May 2025 | 71 | 50.6° / 32.8° | 9.4h | 8d | 0.93" | 17 |
| June 2025 | 91 | 63.6° / 42° | 12.1h | 1d | 0.76" | 27 |
| July 2025 | 99 | 72.3° / 50.3° | 12.4h | 0d | 0.13" | 31 |
| August 2025 | 96 | 72.7° / 51.5° | 11.3h | 1d | 0.08" | 30 |
| September 2025 | 89 | 68.5° / 47.4° | 8.9h | 1d | 0.62" | 23 |
| October 2025 | 66 | 49.3° / 32.9° | 6.5h | 5d | 2.42" | 12 |
| November 2025 | 57 | 44.2° / 32.1° | 5.2h | 5d | 2.03" | 5 |
| December 2025 | 41 | 38.7° / 27.9° | 2.9h | 15d | 10.9" | 0 |
| January 2026 | 51 | 37.2° / 25.7° | 5.2h | 10d | 1.83" | 0 |
| February 2026 | 51 | 37.2° / 23.6° | 5h | 9d | 3.72" | 2 |
| March 2026 | 56 | 43° / 28.5° | 6.3h | 10d | 2.78" | 9 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the Elk Lake climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Elk Lake, 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 Elk Lake. 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 Elk Lake
This heatmap shows how average temperature at Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake
This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake
This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Elk Lake 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 Elk Lake
What is the weather at Elk Lake right now?
Current conditions at Elk Lake are 78°F, feeling like 78°F, with 22% humidity, winds near 9 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Warm and overcast
What temperatures are typical at Elk Lake?
The location-specific record for 2024-06-01 through 2026-03-31 shows an average daily high of 51°F and an average low of 34°F at Elk Lake. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.
How much rain does Elk Lake get?
The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 32.2 inches of precipitation and 103 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Elk Lake. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.
How often is Elk Lake foggy?
Elk Lake averages about 1.3 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 68 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 Elk Lake for comfortable weather?
Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are July 2025 (72°F/50°F average high/low and a 99 comfort score), July 2024 (76°F/53°F average high/low and a 96 comfort score), and August 2025 (73°F/52°F average high/low and a 96 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.
What kind of destination is Elk Lake?
Elk Lake is a lake at 4,885 feet. Notable features include lake.