Mt. Bachelor Base Area, Oregon Weather

Ski Area • Central Oregon

49°
😐
Comfort Score
69(C)
Good
Weather updated October 16, 2026 at 8:48 AM PDT

Mt. Bachelor Base Area weather at a glance

Mt. Bachelor Base Area is a ski area at 6,345 feet in Central Oregon. Notable features include ski-area.

Current conditions are 49°F, feeling like 41°F, with 11% humidity, winds near 3 mph, 3% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cold and dry with some clouds.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 45°F and an average low of 31°F, with about 7.5 hours of sunshine per day and 1.7 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 37.7 inches.

Plan your week

10-Day Forecast

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  1. Best day
    Today
    Oct 16
    66°44°
    Comfort
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    Oct 17
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Hourly Forecast

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Current Conditions

Temperature
49°F
Feels like 41°F
Humidity
11%
Dew point -3°F
Wind
3 mph
NW • Gusts 12 mph
Cloud Cover
3%
filtered sun
Precip Chance
0%
Air Quality
26
Good

Comfort Breakdown

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Thermal42
Wind100
Sky Comfort100
Moisture63
Precipitation100
Air Quality
AQI 26 · Good
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Weather Maps

Satellite

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Radar

Precipitation

3 mph
Gusts 12 mph
Wind

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About the weather maps for Mt. Bachelor Base Area

Each preview is centered on Mt. Bachelor Base Area, 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 Mt. Bachelor Base Area. 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
66°Fforecast
23° above normal
Normal: 43°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
14.2"
20% below average
30-yr avg: 17.7"
Sunny Days
20last 28 days
1 fewer than baseline
Typical: 21
Foggy Days
4last 28 days
About average
Avg Wind Speed
8.6 mphlast 28 days
1.6 mph calmer than baseline
Typical: 10.2 mph
Comfort Score
8128-day avg
On par with typical
Recent baseline: 83
What the Mt. Bachelor Base Area climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Mt. Bachelor Base Area 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 Mt. Bachelor Base Area 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)

64
Avg Comfort
45.2°
Avg High
31.2°
Avg Low
38%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine7.5h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog1.7h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain37.7"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr114 (31%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr99
✨ Perfect Days (80+)266

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. July88
65.8° / 47.6° · ☀️ 12.3h
0 foggy days · 4 rainy days
2. August88
67.5° / 48.6° · ☀️ 11.4h
1 foggy days · 2 rainy days
3. June62
56.1° / 38.7° · ☀️ 10.8h
5 foggy days · 4 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December6
33° / 22.9° · ☀️ 2.9h
💧 11.4" · 20 rainy days · 17 foggy days
2. November8
33.6° / 24.5° · ☀️ 3.8h
💧 6.8" · 18 rainy days · 14 foggy days
3. February9
28.7° / 17.5° · ☀️ 4.3h
💧 4.8" · 15 rainy days · 13 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
October 20246547° / 32.6°6.3h6d1.78"14
November 20243630° / 20.1°2.6h18d9.73"0
December 20243632.1° / 21.3°3h15d13.08"0
January 20254932.7° / 19.6°5.7h7d4.12"0
February 20254026.2° / 14.2°3.6h11d4.76"1
March 20254330.3° / 19.6°4.7h16d7.51"1
April 20255937.4° / 22.6°9.2h5d0.8"0
May 20256544.3° / 30.1°9.3h11d0.81"9
June 20258657.8° / 39.4°11.6h3d0.55"26
July 20259665.7° / 47.6°12.2h0d0.33"31
August 20259365.4° / 48.7°11.1h1d0.2"29
September 20258361° / 44.9°8.7h2d0.83"23
October 20255642.2° / 30.1°6h10d2.64"6
November 20254837.5° / 29.1°5.1h9d2.51"1
December 20253634.1° / 24.8°2.8h18d9.11"0
January 20265035.6° / 25.9°5.4h12d2.17"0
February 20264631.1° / 20.8°5.1h14d4.58"0
March 20265037.6° / 26.1°5.9h15d2.63"5
April 202600° / 0°0h0d0"0
May 20267550.7° / 33.5°10.9h6d2.05"17
June 20267855.1° / 38.3°10.4h5d1.13"20
July 20269465.8° / 47.5°12.4h0d0.17"30
August 20269669.5° / 48.4°11.8h0d0.02"31
September 20267955.5° / 38.1°8.3h4d1.47"22
Last updated: 10/2/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

75°F58°F42°F25°F9°FOct '24Nov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26May '26Jun '26Jul '26Aug '26Sep '26
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About the Mt. Bachelor Base Area climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Mt. Bachelor Base Area, 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 Mt. Bachelor Base Area. 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 Mt. Bachelor Base Area

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Mt. Bachelor Base Area 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 Mt. Bachelor Base Area

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Mt. Bachelor Base Area 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 Mt. Bachelor Base Area

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Mt. Bachelor Base Area 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
44.0029, -121.6782
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Elevation
6345 ft
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Type
Ski Area
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Tags
#ski-area
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Mt. Bachelor Base Area

What is the weather at Mt. Bachelor Base Area right now?

Current conditions at Mt. Bachelor Base Area are 49°F, feeling like 41°F, with 11% humidity, winds near 3 mph, 3% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cold and dry with some clouds

What temperatures are typical at Mt. Bachelor Base Area?

The location-specific record for 2024-10-01 through 2026-09-30 shows an average daily high of 45°F and an average low of 31°F at Mt. Bachelor Base Area. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Mt. Bachelor Base Area get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 37.7 inches of precipitation and 114 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Mt. Bachelor Base Area. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Mt. Bachelor Base Area foggy?

Mt. Bachelor Base Area averages about 1.7 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 99 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 Mt. Bachelor Base Area for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are July 2025 (66°F/48°F average high/low and a 96 comfort score), August 2026 (70°F/48°F average high/low and a 96 comfort score), and July 2026 (66°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 Mt. Bachelor Base Area?

Mt. Bachelor Base Area is a ski area at 6,345 feet. Notable features include ski-area.

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