Pamelia Lake, Oregon Weather
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Pamelia Lake is a roughly 52-acre lake in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. A 2.2-mile trail through old-growth forest reaches it from the end of Pamelia Road off Oregon Route 22. It sits on the wet west side of Mount Jefferson. Its trailhead is one of the few in the wilderness that needs a reserved permit even for day hikes.
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Pamelia Lake weather today and through the year
It's 40°F at Pamelia Lake right now (feels like 32°F), with 9 mph wind and a comfort score of 42. Today's forecast high at Pamelia Lake is 52°F, 12°F above the mid November normal of 40°F. No fog in the forecast for tomorrow at Pamelia Lake. In November, 39% of morning hours here are foggy on average. The best window tomorrow is noon to 3 PM, at about 42°F with a 10 mph wind (comfort 46).
July is the warmest month at Pamelia Lake, with an average high of 72°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 24°F. December is the wettest month (13.3 in.), out of about 79.4 in. a year. By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and precipitation odds, the most comfortable months at Pamelia Lake are August, July, and September. The best hours are usually 2 PM to 5 PM in August, 2 PM to 5 PM in July, and 3 PM to 6 PM in September.
Pamelia Lake lies in a forested basin on the west flank of Mount Jefferson, a few miles below the Cascade crest. Storms coming up the North Santiam canyon pile against the mountain and drop heavy precipitation. The lake gets roughly as much as Santiam Pass and several times what falls at Camp Sherman on the east side. Much of the cool-season precipitation falls as snow, and the lake area holds a deep snowpack well into early summer.
Forecast updated November 13, 2026 at 5:02 PM PST. Climate figures come from NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Hourly patterns come from NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from May 2016 to May 2026.
What to expect at Pamelia Lake in the next few days
No active National Weather Service alerts for this location.
Fog
No fog in the forecast for tomorrow at Pamelia Lake. In November, 39% of morning hours here are foggy on average.
Best time to go
The best window tomorrow is noon to 3 PM, at about 42°F with a 10 mph wind (comfort 46).
Best day this week
Of the next 7 days, Saturday looks best for Pamelia Lake, with a 43°F high and midday comfort near 42. Thursday looks weakest (17).
This weekend
This weekend: Saturday 43°F/35°F with a 90% chance of rain, Sunday 42°F/35°F with a 99% chance of rain.
Rain
Next good chance of rain: today (96%, about 0.39 in.).
Snow
Snow is in the forecast: about 0.9 in. over the next week, starting Saturday.
Freezing nights
4 of the next 7 nights are forecast to reach freezing or colder.
Live weather map
Weather around Pamelia Lake right now
Overcast and 40° at Pamelia Lake right now.
About the live weather map for Pamelia Lake
The map centers on Pamelia Lake and stacks wildfire smoke, satellite clouds, and precipitation radar on one view. Clouds come from the GOES-West satellite and rain from NOAA radar, and both show current conditions.
Dots mark nearby places with their current temperature, colored by comfort score. Use the layer buttons to turn any layer off, or open the full map for every destination in the region.
Nearby Temperature Comparison
Conditions at nearby Central Oregon destinations
Tip: Central Oregon temperatures can change by 20 to 30°F over a short distance because of microclimates.
Pamelia Lake vs nearby places
Typical summer conditions compared with Pamelia Lake, from the same NOAA HRRR hourly record. The list shows the closest places, then nearby places whose climate differs the most.
| Place | Distance | Summer afternoons | Morning fog | Afternoon wind | Compared with Pamelia Lake |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Jefferson | 2.7 mi | -12°F | 12% | 11 mph | 6,586 ft higher and about 12°F cooler on summer afternoons |
| Marion Forks | 5.6 mi | +14°F | 1% | 5 mph | about 14°F warmer on summer afternoons and 1,457 ft lower |
| Idanha | 11.9 mi | +15°F | 0% | 7 mph | about 15°F warmer on summer afternoons and 2,165 ft lower |
| Camp Sherman | 16.7 mi | +17°F | 0% | 7 mph | about 17°F warmer on summer afternoons and about 77% less precipitation a year |
| Black Butte Ranch | 22.1 mi | +15°F | 0% | 9 mph | about 15°F warmer on summer afternoons and about 78% less precipitation a year |
| Lake Billy Chinook | 24.1 mi | +20°F | 1% | 9 mph | about 20°F warmer on summer afternoons and about 84% less precipitation a year |
Places with a climate like Pamelia Lake's
- Santiam Pass (16 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
- Ray Benson Sno-Park (16 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
- Waldo Lake North End (62 mi away): nearly the same temperatures every month
Climate Dashboard
Current conditions vs. NOAA normals and recent destination baseline
What the Pamelia Lake climate comparisons mean
These cards compare recent conditions at Pamelia 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 Pamelia 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.
Pamelia Lake weather by month
July is the warmest month at Pamelia Lake, with an average high of 72°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 24°F. December is the wettest month (13.3 in.), out of about 79.4 in. a year. Morning fog peaks in December, when fog or low cloud covers 43% of the hours from 6 to 10 AM. July has the clearest middays, with clouds covering about 3% of the sky from 11 AM to 3 PM.
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and precipitation odds, the most comfortable months at Pamelia Lake are August, July, and September. The best hours are usually 2 PM to 5 PM in August, 2 PM to 5 PM in July, and 3 PM to 6 PM in September.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Precip | Wet days | Morning fog | Midday cloud | Afternoon wind | Daylight | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36°F | 24°F | 12.2 in | 21 | 37% | 27% | 9 mph | 9.2 h | 2 |
| Feb | 38°F | 24°F | 8.6 in | 17 | 42% | 31% | 9 mph | 10.4 h | 11 |
| Mar | 41°F | 26°F | 9.1 in | 18 | 37% | 33% | 8 mph | 11.8 h | 15 |
| Apr | 45°F | 29°F | 6.9 in | 16 | 36% | 29% | 7 mph | 13.5 h | 18 |
| May | 54°F | 35°F | 4.4 in | 12 | 27% | 23% | 6 mph | 14.8 h | 24 |
| Jun | 61°F | 39°F | 3.0 in | 10 | 19% | 15% | 6 mph | 15.6 h | 41 |
| Jul | 72°F | 45°F | 0.7 in | 5 | 5% | 3% | 6 mph | 15.2 h | 80 |
| Aug | 71°F | 45°F | 0.9 in | 6 | 7% | 4% | 6 mph | 14.0 h | 84 |
| Sep | 64°F | 41°F | 2.5 in | 9 | 15% | 10% | 7 mph | 12.4 h | 48 |
| Oct | 51°F | 34°F | 6.9 in | 16 | 28% | 19% | 7 mph | 10.8 h | 16 |
| Nov | 40°F | 28°F | 10.9 in | 20 | 39% | 27% | 9 mph | 9.5 h | 6 |
| Dec | 35°F | 24°F | 13.3 in | 22 | 43% | 31% | 9 mph | 8.8 h | 6 |
Morning fog is the share of hours from 6 to 10 AM with fog or low cloud. Midday cloud is the average from 11 AM to 3 PM, and afternoon wind is the average from 1 to 5 PM. The highlighted rows are the most comfortable months.
What makes Pamelia Lake's weather different
Among the 35 Central Oregon lakes we track, Pamelia Lake has the calmest summer afternoons.
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calmest summer afternoonsamong Central Oregon lakes
When the fog burns off
46%of 3 AM hours foggy in December
Fog or low cloud covers Pamelia Lake in 46% of 3 AM hours in December, the foggiest month. It often lingers, and 44% of mid-afternoon hours are still foggy. July mornings are the least foggy (5%).
Wind
7 mphtypical afternoon wind, with no strong daily build-up
Pamelia Lake has no strong afternoon wind build-up. Afternoons average about 7 mph year-round, and January is the windiest month, with hourly averages near 11 mph.
Freezing hours
24 hbelow freezing on a typical February night
In February, the average stays at or below freezing around the clock.
Elevation
−12°Fsummer afternoons at Mount Jefferson, 6,586 ft up
Mount Jefferson sits 6,586 ft higher, 2.7 miles away. Its summer highs average 12°F cooler and its winter lows 4°F colder than Pamelia Lake.
Daylight
8.8–15.6 hof daylight, Dec to Jun
Days at Pamelia Lake range from about 8.8 hours in December to 15.6 hours in June. In mid-June the sun sets around 8:55 PM, and in mid-December around 4:31 PM.
Wildfire smoke
12 daysof smoky air per fire season (about AQI 75+)
NOAA's HRRR-Smoke model gives the area around Pamelia Lake an average of 12 smoky days a fire season from 2021 to 2025. On each of those days, smoke held the air quality index at about 75 or higher for at least three hours. About 23 more days a season had lighter smoke.
Snow
412 inof snow per winter (HRRR estimate)
NOAA's HRRR model puts Pamelia Lake at about 412 inches of snow a winter, falling on about 84 days. That is the average of the 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 winters.
Seasons at Pamelia Lake
- Warm seasonJun 25 – Sep 25 · highs 62°F+
The warm season lasts about 3.1 months, from Jun 25 to Sep 25, when the average high is 62°F or warmer. Highs peak around Jul 8 at about 72°F.
- Cool seasonNov 26 – Feb 26 · highs 39°F or lower
The cool season runs from Nov 26 to Feb 26, when the average high is 39°F or lower. The coldest nights come around Dec 8, with an average low near 24°F.
- Freezing nightsOct 30 – May 1 · lows 32°F or colder
Average lows at Pamelia Lake are at or below freezing from Oct 30 to May 1.
- Wet seasonOct 12 – Apr 27 · 82% of the year's precipitation
The wet season runs from Oct 12 to Apr 27, when a day has at least a 47% chance of measurable precipitation. That stretch brings 82% of the year's precipitation.
The dark line marks today. Season dates come from the smoothed daily NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Counting from Oct. 1, a typical year has its first inch of precipitation by Oct 5 and half of its annual total by Jan 22.
Days per year and extremes (Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026)
This record runs from Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 31, 2026. Over this record, Pamelia Lake averaged no days at 90°F or hotter and 137 nights a year at or below freezing. It averaged 51 days a year with at least half an inch of precipitation and 5 afternoons with wind of 20 mph or more at 2 PM. About 109 mornings a year had 3 or more hours of fog or low cloud.
In the same record, the hottest day was Sep 2, 2025 (83°F) and the coldest night was Feb 11, 2025 (8°F). The wettest day was Dec 18, 2025 (3.48 in.), and the strongest 2 PM gust was 53 mph on Dec 18, 2025.
- 0days at 90°F or hotter
- 137nights at or below freezing
- 51days with ½ in. of precipitation or more
- 5afternoons with 20+ mph wind
- 109mornings with 3+ hours of fog or low cloud
- Hottest day83°FSep 2, 2025
- Coldest night8°FFeb 11, 2025
- Wettest day3.48 inDec 18, 2025
- Strongest 2 PM gust53 mphDec 18, 2025
What shapes Pamelia Lake's weather
Snow is why the hiking season at Pamelia Lake is short. The trail usually melts out by June, and storms can close it again in November. The lake's level follows the same cycle. It fills with snowmelt in early summer and drops a long way by late summer, when you can walk on the exposed lakebed.
Under the old-growth canopy the trail stays shaded and cool, and wind is light most of the year. Out on the lakeshore the basin is more open, and on unsettled days clouds can hang low over the lake and hide Mount Jefferson for hours. In the cool season, fog and low cloud are common and can last all day.
Mount Jefferson's slopes above the lake can also send down floods. On November 6, 2006, a debris flow, a fast-moving slurry of mud and rock, surged off the mountain and buried parts of the trail. The trail had to be rebuilt.
Tips for visiting Pamelia Lake
Reserve a permit, even for a day hike
The Pamelia Lake trailhead requires a Central Cascades Wilderness Permit for both day and overnight trips during the permit season, June 15 to October 15. Reserve ahead on Recreation.gov.
Know when permits release
Day-use permits are released in two batches, 10 days ahead and 2 days ahead, at 7 a.m. Pacific time. Forest Service offices don't sell them.
Camp 100 feet from the water
Camping is not allowed within 100 feet of the high-water mark of Pamelia Lake. Groups are limited to 12 people.
Treat stream water
There is no potable water on the trail, only intermittent streams. Filter or treat what you drink.
Bring a parking pass
The trailhead is a fee site. A Northwest Forest Pass or America the Beautiful pass covers parking.
Pamelia Lake through the seasons
- Spring (March–May)
- Spring keeps deep snow at the lake and on the upper trail, with rain lower down. The trail is usually not clear until June.
- Summer (June–August)
- Summer is hiking season, and the permit season starts June 15. The lake is fullest early and drops through August.
- Fall (September–November)
- September brings low water and quieter trails. Permits end October 15, and rain and snow return through the fall.
- Winter (December–February)
- Winter leaves the area snowbound, with frequent storms and low cloud. The road and trail are not maintained for winter travel.
Activities and the weather that matters
- Day hiking to the lake: The hike is about 4.4 miles round trip with roughly 800 feet of gain, mostly in shade. It is best from June through October.
- Grizzly Peak: From the junction at 2.2 miles, the trail climbs about 1,300 feet in 2.8 miles to Grizzly Peak. The views take in Mount Jefferson, Pamelia Lake, the Three Sisters and Three Fingered Jack, so go on a clear day.
- Backpacking to Hunts Cove: The left fork at the junction heads up Hunts Creek toward Hunts Cove and the PCT. Snow lingers longer up high, and campfires are banned above 5,700 feet.
Official sources and current conditions
- Willamette National Forest: Central Cascades Wilderness Permits
- Willamette National Forest: Grizzly Peak Trail #3428 (Pamelia Lake trailhead)
- Recreation.gov: Central Cascades Wilderness day-use permits
Numbers on this page come from NOAA data. The text draws on the official sources linked above.
Historical Climate Data
Long-term weather patterns and climate data
Data sources: Recent temperature, precipitation, fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine come from NOAA HRRR, and long-term baselines from NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals.
Climate Overview
Based on NOAA 30-year temperature/rain normals (1991-2020) with recent fog/sun baseline
🌟 Best Months to Visit
⚠️ Challenging Months
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Comfort | High/Low | ☀️ Sun | 🌫️ Fog | 💧 Rain | Perfect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | 36 | 37.1° / 28.4° | 2.3h | 13d | 10.51" | 3 |
| December 2024 | 38 | 39.4° / 30° | 2.6h | 14d | 13.79" | 0 |
| January 2025 | 53 | 39.7° / 29.5° | 5.5h | 7d | 5.92" | 1 |
| February 2025 | 41 | 33° / 22.6° | 3.4h | 12d | 9.46" | 2 |
| March 2025 | 39 | 36.8° / 27.3° | 4h | 18d | 13.11" | 1 |
| April 2025 | 64 | 45.2° / 31.9° | 8.5h | 5d | 2.83" | 10 |
| May 2025 | 65 | 50.3° / 36.4° | 7.6h | 13d | 3.74" | 15 |
| June 2025 | 85 | 60.5° / 44° | 11.2h | 3d | 1.79" | 23 |
| July 2025 | 94 | 68° / 52.3° | 12.2h | 1d | 0.02" | 29 |
| August 2025 | 88 | 68.6° / 53.7° | 9.7h | 5d | 0.53" | 23 |
| September 2025 | 85 | 65.6° / 50.1° | 8.5h | 2d | 1.44" | 23 |
| October 2025 | 57 | 47.3° / 36.2° | 5.5h | 9d | 6.71" | 11 |
| November 2025 | 47 | 43.8° / 34.5° | 4.1h | 9d | 6.2" | 2 |
| December 2025 | 35 | 40° / 31.3° | 2.2h | 17d | 18.58" | 1 |
| January 2026 | 57 | 43.8° / 35.3° | 5.3h | 6d | 5.09" | 7 |
| February 2026 | 47 | 38.7° / 29.8° | 4.3h | 8d | 8.85" | 3 |
| March 2026 | 47 | 42.2° / 31.5° | 4.8h | 15d | 7.98" | 6 |
| April 2026 | 60 | 44.9° / 32° | 7.4h | 11d | 6.33" | 11 |
| May 2026 | 75 | 55.2° / 38.9° | 9.9h | 4d | 4.21" | 21 |
| June 2026 | 72 | 57.2° / 42.7° | 9.1h | 8d | 3.45" | 18 |
| July 2026 | 92 | 65.8° / 50.8° | 12.2h | 0d | 0.1" | 30 |
| August 2026 | 94 | 68° / 51.4° | 11.2h | 1d | 0.06" | 29 |
| September 2026 | 75 | 55.4° / 42.8° | 8.1h | 4d | 2.47" | 20 |
| October 2026 | 71 | 53.1° / 40.6° | 6.7h | 5d | 2.5" | 17 |
Climate Trends
Average Temperature by Month
About the Pamelia Lake climate charts
The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Pamelia 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 Pamelia 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.
Snow Depth by Season
0″ on the ground as of Nov 13, compared with an average of 2.6″ on that date.
Now
0″
Typical peak
75″
Deepest
153″
2016–17
About this chart and each season's peak
Each gray line is one winter at Pamelia Lake (3,921 ft), from August through July. The dashed line is the average for each date, and the blue line is this season. Depths come from NOAA's daily SNODAS snow analysis, adjusted for the elevation of this spot, and are updated through Nov 13, 2026.
| Season | Peak depth | Peak date | Days with 1″+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–26 | 34″ | Mar 6 | 135 |
| 2024–25 | 91″ | Mar 22 | 210 |
| 2023–24 | 83″ | May 8 | 197 |
| 2022–23 | 127″ | Apr 3 | 237 |
| 2021–22 | 79″ | Apr 14 | 195 |
| 2020–21 | 62″ | Feb 27 | 182 |
| 2019–20 | 62″ | Feb 18 | 168 |
| 2018–19 | 75″ | Mar 13 | 169 |
| 2017–18 | 74″ | Mar 25 | 199 |
| 2016–17 | 153″ | Mar 8 | 213 |
| 2015–16 | 95″ | Feb 5 | 159 |
| 2014–15 | 21″ | Dec 30 | 69 |
| 2013–14 | 57″ | Feb 21 | 132 |
| 2012–13 | 89″ | Feb 26 | 197 |
| 2011–12 | 124″ | Mar 23 | 223 |
| 2010–11 | 117″ | Apr 8 | 246 |
| 2009–10 | 63″ | Apr 9 | 209 |
| 2008–09 | 126″ | Mar 18 | 189 |
| 2007–08 | 135″ | Apr 22 | 223 |
| 2006–07 | 74″ | Mar 3 | 162 |
| 2005–06 | 38″ | Mar 14 | 162 |
| 2004–05 | 5.7″ | Jan 16 | 43 |
| 2003–04 | 34″ | Jan 7 | 139 |
Hourly Temperature, Wind, and Cloud Cover Patterns
Average local hour by month from 2016-05-01 to 2026-05-01
- Temperature: At Pamelia Lake, the warmest typical hour is 4 PM in August (68°F). The coldest is 7 AM in February (27°F).
- Wind: Pamelia Lake has no strong afternoon wind build-up. Afternoons average about 7 mph year-round, and January is the windiest month, with hourly averages near 11 mph.
- Cloud Cover: July middays are the clearest at Pamelia Lake (3% average cloud cover), and March middays are the cloudiest (33%).
How to read the hourly heatmaps for Pamelia Lake
This heatmap shows how average temperature at Pamelia Lake changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day. Warmer colors mark the usual afternoon peaks, and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.
This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Pamelia Lake through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.
This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Pamelia 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.
How recent months compared at Pamelia Lake
- October 2026 recap: October 2026 at Pamelia Lake averaged a high of 53°F, 6°F warmer than October 2025 (47°F).
Location Details
Pamelia Lake weather questions
Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Pamelia Lake
What is the weather like at Pamelia Lake today?
It's 40°F at Pamelia Lake right now, with a comfort score of 42 (moderate). Today's forecast high at Pamelia Lake is 52°F, 12°F above the mid November normal of 40°F. The best window tomorrow is noon to 3 PM, at about 42°F with a 10 mph wind (comfort 46).
What is the best month to visit Pamelia Lake?
By typical temperature, wind, cloud, humidity, and precipitation odds, the most comfortable months at Pamelia Lake are August, July, and September. The best hours are usually 2 PM to 5 PM in August, 2 PM to 5 PM in July, and 3 PM to 6 PM in September. The warm season lasts about 3.1 months, from Jun 25 to Sep 25, when the average high is 62°F or warmer. Highs peak around Jul 8 at about 72°F.
What are the warmest and coldest months at Pamelia Lake?
July is the warmest month at Pamelia Lake, with an average high of 72°F. December is the coldest, with an average low of 24°F. Average lows at Pamelia Lake are at or below freezing from Oct 30 to May 1.
When does the fog burn off at Pamelia Lake?
Fog or low cloud covers Pamelia Lake in 46% of 3 AM hours in December, the foggiest month. It often lingers, and 44% of mid-afternoon hours are still foggy. July mornings are the least foggy (5%).
Does it snow at Pamelia Lake?
Yes, a lot. NOAA's HRRR model puts Pamelia Lake at about 412 inches of snow a winter, falling on about 84 days. That is the average of the 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 winters.
How much rain and snow does Pamelia Lake get?
December is the wettest month (13.3 in.), out of about 79.4 in. a year. The wet season runs from Oct 12 to Apr 27, when a day has at least a 47% chance of measurable precipitation. That stretch brings 82% of the year's precipitation.
How does Pamelia Lake weather compare with Mount Jefferson?
Mount Jefferson sits 6,586 ft higher, 2.7 miles away. Its summer highs average 12°F cooler and its winter lows 4°F colder than Pamelia Lake.
How smoky does Pamelia Lake get in fire season?
NOAA's HRRR-Smoke model gives the area around Pamelia Lake an average of 12 smoky days a fire season from 2021 to 2025. On each of those days, smoke held the air quality index at about 75 or higher for at least three hours. About 23 more days a season had lighter smoke.
Do I need a permit to hike to Pamelia Lake?
Yes, between June 15 and October 15. The Forest Service requires a Central Cascades Wilderness Permit for both day and overnight use at the Pamelia Lake trailhead, reserved in advance on Recreation.gov. Outside the permit season, ask the Detroit Ranger Station at (503) 854-3366 about current rules.
How long has Pamelia Lake had limited entry?
Limited-entry permits have been in place at Pamelia Lake since 1995. Today the limit is handled through the Central Cascades Wilderness Permit system, which caps the number of permits released for each day.
What kind of place is Pamelia Lake?
Pamelia Lake is a roughly 52-acre lake in the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. A 2.2-mile trail through old-growth forest reaches it from the end of Pamelia Road off Oregon Route 22. It sits on the wet west side of Mount Jefferson. Its trailhead is one of the few in the wilderness that needs a reserved permit even for day hikes.
What is Pamelia Lake weather like in November?
November at Pamelia Lake averages a high of 40°F and a low of 28°F, with 10.9 in. of precipitation over about 20 wet days. About 39% of morning hours are foggy. Afternoon wind averages 9 mph.
More about Pamelia Lake weather
Data sources and methods
- Monthly temperatures and precipitation: NOAA 1991-2020 normals.
- Fog, cloud, wind, sun, and comfort by hour and month: NOAA's HRRR hourly analysis from May 2016 to May 2026.
- Daily records and recent months: NOAA HRRR analyses, including its hourly precipitation.
- Nearby comparisons and regional rankings use the same hourly HRRR summaries for every destination in the region.
- Alerts: National Weather Service.
- All statements on this page are computed from these datasets, apart from the “What shapes the weather” guide, which cites its sources inline.
- Willamette National Forest, Grizzly Peak Trail #3428 (updated July 1, 2025) (accessed 2026-10-29)
- Willamette National Forest, Central Cascades Wilderness Permits (accessed 2026-10-29)
- Willamette National Forest, Wilderness (accessed 2026-10-29)
- Oregon Hikers Field Guide, Pamelia Lake Hike (accessed 2026-10-29)
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