Sahalie / Koosah Falls Weather

Viewpoint • Central Oregon

A pair of major McKenzie River waterfalls connected by a forest trail below Clear Lake.

59°
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Comfort Score
81(B)
Great
Weather updated September 24, 2026 at 8:48 PM PDT

Sahalie / Koosah Falls weather at a glance

Sahalie / Koosah Falls is a viewpoint at 2,783 feet in Central Oregon. A pair of major McKenzie River waterfalls connected by a forest trail below Clear Lake. Notable features include waterfall, hiking, forest, and scenic-drive.

Current conditions are 59°F, feeling like 56°F, with 63% humidity, winds near 4 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cool and cloudy.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 59°F and an average low of 39°F, with about 7.8 hours of sunshine per day and 0.9 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 45.6 inches.

Plan your week

10-Day Forecast

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Hourly Forecast

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Current Conditions

Temperature
59°F
Feels like 56°F
Humidity
63%
Dew point 46°F
Wind
4 mph
NW • Gusts 5 mph
Cloud Cover
100%
Mid-level clouds
Precip Chance
0%
Air Quality
27
Good

Comfort Breakdown

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Thermal75
Wind100
Night Sky39
Moisture100
Precipitation100
Air Quality
AQI 27 · Good
100

Weather Maps

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Precipitation

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About the weather maps for Sahalie / Koosah Falls

Each preview is centered on Sahalie / Koosah Falls, 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 Sahalie / Koosah Falls. 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
74°Fforecast
3° above normal
Normal: 71°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
20.7"
11% below average
30-yr avg: 23.2"
Sunny Days
28last 28 days
5 more than baseline
Typical: 23
Foggy Days
0last 28 days
vs 2 typical
Clearer than usual
Avg Wind Speed
6.2 mphlast 28 days
Typical conditions
Typical: 5.8 mph
Comfort Score
9628-day avg
On par with typical
Recent baseline: 95
What the Sahalie / Koosah Falls climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Sahalie / Koosah Falls 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 Sahalie / Koosah Falls 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)

73
Avg Comfort
58.5°
Avg High
39.4°
Avg Low
56%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine7.8h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog0.9h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain45.6"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr117 (32%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr44
✨ Perfect Days (80+)403

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. July93
77.9° / 51.2° · ☀️ 12.4h
0 foggy days · 2 rainy days
2. August88
79.7° / 52.1° · ☀️ 11.4h
1 foggy days · 2 rainy days
3. June80
69.5° / 45.4° · ☀️ 11.2h
2 foggy days · 5 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December11
43.7° / 33.1° · ☀️ 3.1h
💧 12.7" · 18 rainy days · 8 foggy days
2. February20
42.9° / 28.5° · ☀️ 4.7h
💧 6.2" · 15 rainy days · 5 foggy days
3. November21
46.7° / 34.1° · ☀️ 4.1h
💧 6.3" · 18 rainy days · 5 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
September 20249174.2° / 48.7°9.5h1d0.46"26
October 20247561.3° / 39.6°6.7h3d2.43"20
November 20244442.8° / 30.8°3.3h7d9.32"4
December 20244442.2° / 31°3.3h7d11"1
January 20255742.7° / 28.1°5.5h4d5.07"5
February 20254939.7° / 25.3°4.1h5d7.07"3
March 20255545.6° / 31.9°5.4h8d9.1"9
April 20258054.2° / 34.3°9.6h3d1.53"19
May 20258060° / 39.6°9.5h5d1.23"21
June 20259470.9° / 45.1°12h0d0.53"27
July 20259778.9° / 52°12.5h0d0.01"31
August 20259580.1° / 53.7°11.2h1d0.13"30
September 20258874.9° / 49.6°8.9h2d1.3"24
October 20257154.8° / 37.9°6.5h2d3.97"18
November 20256250.6° / 37.3°4.8h3d3.42"7
December 20254545.1° / 35.3°2.9h8d14.71"2
January 20266445.8° / 32.5°5.5h3d2.72"7
February 20265946.1° / 31.6°5.3h5d5.29"7
March 20266550.7° / 35.5°6.4h7d5.24"13
April 20267453.6° / 35.4°8.6h7d3.65"18
May 20268863.8° / 41.2°11h2d1.95"26
June 20268867.6° / 45.5°10.4h3d1.79"23
July 20269876.9° / 50.4°12.3h0d0.33"31
August 20269679.4° / 50.6°11.6h0d0.02"31
Last updated: 9/2/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

86°F69°F53°F36°F20°FSep '24Oct '24Nov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26Jul '26Aug '26
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About the Sahalie / Koosah Falls climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Sahalie / Koosah Falls, 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 Sahalie / Koosah Falls. 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 Sahalie / Koosah Falls

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Sahalie / Koosah Falls 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 Sahalie / Koosah Falls

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Sahalie / Koosah Falls 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 Sahalie / Koosah Falls

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Sahalie / Koosah Falls 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
44.3465, -121.9988
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Elevation
2783 ft
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Type
Viewpoint
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Tags
#waterfall#hiking#forest#scenic-drive
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Sahalie / Koosah Falls

What is the weather at Sahalie / Koosah Falls right now?

Current conditions at Sahalie / Koosah Falls are 59°F, feeling like 56°F, with 63% humidity, winds near 4 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cool and cloudy

What temperatures are typical at Sahalie / Koosah Falls?

The location-specific record for 2024-09-01 through 2026-08-31 shows an average daily high of 59°F and an average low of 39°F at Sahalie / Koosah Falls. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Sahalie / Koosah Falls get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 45.6 inches of precipitation and 117 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Sahalie / Koosah Falls. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Sahalie / Koosah Falls foggy?

Sahalie / Koosah Falls averages about 0.9 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 44 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 Sahalie / Koosah Falls for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are July 2026 (77°F/50°F average high/low and a 98 comfort score), July 2025 (79°F/52°F average high/low and a 97 comfort score), and August 2026 (79°F/51°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 Sahalie / Koosah Falls?

Sahalie / Koosah Falls is a viewpoint at 2,783 feet. A pair of major McKenzie River waterfalls connected by a forest trail below Clear Lake. Notable features include waterfall, hiking, forest, and scenic-drive.

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