Paulina Peak, Oregon Weather

Viewpoint • Central Oregon

44°
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Comfort Score
56(C-)
Fair
Weather updated October 16, 2026 at 5:48 AM PDT

Paulina Peak weather at a glance

Paulina Peak is a viewpoint at 7,984 feet in Central Oregon. Notable features include viewpoint.

Current conditions are 44°F, feeling like 30°F, with 12% humidity, winds near 16 mph, 6% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cold and breezy and dry with clear skies.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 50°F and an average low of 32°F, with about 8.2 hours of sunshine per day and 1.4 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 24.3 inches.

Plan your week

10-Day Forecast

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  1. Best day
    Today
    Oct 16
    59°39°
    Comfort
    80
    0%
    Precip 0 in
  2. Sat
    Oct 17
    50°33°
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  3. Sun
    Oct 18
    55°29°
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    Oct 19
    45°31°
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    51
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    Oct 20
    47°27°
    Comfort
    60
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    Precip 0 in
  6. Wed
    Oct 21
    53°32°
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    Oct 22
    46°28°
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    59
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  8. Fri
    Oct 23
    35°25°
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    53
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    Rain 0.01 in
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    Oct 24
    43°22°
    Comfort
    68
    12%
    Precip 0 in
  10. Sun
    Oct 25
    31°20°
    Comfort
    47
    11%
    Snow 0.20 in

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Hourly Forecast

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    Now
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  3. Sunrise7:20 AM
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  15. Sunset6:19 PM
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    10 PM
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  29. Sunrise7:22 AM
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  41. Sunset6:17 PM
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Current Conditions

Temperature
44°F
Feels like 30°F
Humidity
12%
Dew point -5°F
Wind
16 mph
NW • Gusts 22 mph
Cloud Cover
6%
Precip Chance
0%
Air Quality
63
Moderate

Comfort Breakdown

Less comfortableMore comfortable
Thermal23
Wind65
Sky Comfort100
Moisture62
Precipitation100
Air Quality
AQI 63 · Moderate
100

Weather Maps

Satellite

GOES-West Infrared

Radar

Precipitation

16 mph
Gusts 22 mph
Wind

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About the weather maps for Paulina Peak

Each preview is centered on Paulina Peak, 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 Paulina Peak. 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
59°Fforecast
12° above normal
Normal: 47°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
9.1"
25% below average
30-yr avg: 12.1"
Sunny Days
23last 28 days
1 more than baseline
Typical: 22
Foggy Days
3last 28 days
vs 4 typical
Clearer than usual
Avg Wind Speed
8.2 mphlast 28 days
Typical conditions
Typical: 9.1 mph
Comfort Score
8328-day avg
8 pts below typical
Recent baseline: 91
What the Paulina Peak climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Paulina Peak 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 Paulina Peak 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)

69
Avg Comfort
49.8°
Avg High
32.4°
Avg Low
45%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine8.2h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog1.4h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain24.3"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr91 (25%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr80
✨ Perfect Days (80+)316

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. July92
73.2° / 48.9° · ☀️ 12.3h
0 foggy days · 2 rainy days
2. August91
72.6° / 48.7° · ☀️ 11.5h
1 foggy days · 1 rainy days
3. June80
63° / 39.6° · ☀️ 11.6h
4 foggy days · 2 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December8
34.7° / 24.3° · ☀️ 3.5h
💧 8" · 18 rainy days · 14 foggy days
2. November10
37.1° / 26.1° · ☀️ 4.8h
💧 3.1" · 15 rainy days · 11 foggy days
3. February13
31.6° / 19° · ☀️ 5h
💧 4" · 14 rainy days · 9 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
October 20247152.1° / 34.9°6.9h6d1.2"19
November 20244132.1° / 21.4°3.6h16d4.94"0
December 20244033.5° / 22.5°3.9h13d9.38"0
January 20255233.9° / 18.2°5.6h6d2.9"0
February 20254228.2° / 15.2°4.5h10d4.2"1
March 20254733.1° / 21.1°5.7h16d5.47"2
April 20256742.6° / 24.3°10.1h4d0.68"7
May 20257653.1° / 33°10.6h8d0.65"17
June 20259263.5° / 40.3°11.9h1d0.03"26
July 20259871.9° / 48.2°12.3h0d0.11"30
August 20259571.3° / 48.7°11.3h1d0.17"30
September 20259165.8° / 45°9.5h2d0.31"24
October 20256547° / 30.9°6.5h10d1.41"13
November 20255842.5° / 31°6.2h5d0.91"5
December 20254036.1° / 26.4°3.3h14d6.22"0
January 20265539.4° / 28.3°5.5h11d1.24"2
February 20265134.9° / 22.7°5.6h8d3.49"2
March 20265943.8° / 28.6°7.2h10d1.25"9
April 202600° / 0°0h0d0"0
May 20268357.7° / 35°11.3h2d1.28"23
June 20268663° / 39.1°11.5h5d0.37"24
July 20269474.5° / 49.6°12.3h0d0.06"30
August 20269473.8° / 48.7°11.7h0d0.01"31
September 20268157.6° / 38.6°9.3h3d1.36"21
Last updated: 10/2/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

80°F63°F45°F27°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
Average High
Average Low
About the Paulina Peak climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Paulina Peak, 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 Paulina Peak. 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 Paulina Peak

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Paulina Peak 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 Paulina Peak

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Paulina Peak 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 Paulina Peak

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Paulina Peak 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
43.6898, -121.2551
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Elevation
7984 ft
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Type
Viewpoint
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Paulina Peak

What is the weather at Paulina Peak right now?

Current conditions at Paulina Peak are 44°F, feeling like 30°F, with 12% humidity, winds near 16 mph, 6% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cold and breezy and dry with clear skies

What temperatures are typical at Paulina Peak?

The location-specific record for 2024-10-01 through 2026-09-30 shows an average daily high of 50°F and an average low of 32°F at Paulina Peak. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Paulina Peak get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 24.3 inches of precipitation and 91 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Paulina Peak. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Paulina Peak foggy?

Paulina Peak averages about 1.4 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 80 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 Paulina Peak for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are July 2025 (72°F/48°F average high/low and a 98 comfort score), August 2025 (71°F/49°F average high/low and a 95 comfort score), and July 2026 (75°F/50°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 Paulina Peak?

Paulina Peak is a viewpoint at 7,984 feet. Notable features include viewpoint.

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