Sand Springs Campground Weather

Recreation Area • Central Oregon

A primitive campground and useful weather anchor in the open high desert between Pine Mountain and Fort Rock country.

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

Sand Springs Campground weather at a glance

Sand Springs Campground is a recreation area at 4,951 feet in Central Oregon. A primitive campground and useful weather anchor in the open high desert between Pine Mountain and Fort Rock country. Notable features include camping, high-desert, wind-exposed, and remote-access.

Current conditions are 59°F, feeling like 52°F, with 37% humidity, winds near 7 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 35°F, with about 8.9 hours of sunshine per day and 0.4 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 7.5 inches.

Plan your week

10-Day Forecast

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  1. Best day
    Today
    Sep 24
    74°42°
    Comfort
    87
    1%
    Precip 0 in
  2. Fri
    Sep 25
    54°36°
    Comfort
    66
    57%
    Rain 0.13 in
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    Sep 26
    58°31°
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    Sep 27
    58°43°
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    80
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    Sep 28
    62°42°
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Hourly Forecast

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Current Conditions

Temperature
59°F
Feels like 52°F
Humidity
37%
Dew point 33°F
Wind
7 mph
NW • Gusts 11 mph
Cloud Cover
100%
Mid-level clouds
Precip Chance
0%

Comfort Breakdown

Less comfortableMore comfortable
Thermal66
Wind100
Night Sky39
Moisture91
Precipitation100

Weather Maps

Satellite

GOES-West Infrared

Radar

Precipitation

7 mph
Gusts 11 mph
Wind

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About the weather maps for Sand Springs Campground

Each preview is centered on Sand Springs Campground, 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 Sand Springs Campground. 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° below normal
Normal: 77°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
2.1"
41% below average
30-yr avg: 3.5"
Sunny Days
28last 28 days
2 more than baseline
Typical: 26
Foggy Days
0last 28 days
About average
Avg Wind Speed
8.5 mphlast 28 days
Typical conditions
Typical: 8.3 mph
Comfort Score
9028-day avg
3 pts below typical
Recent baseline: 93
What the Sand Springs Campground climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Sand Springs Campground 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 Sand Springs Campground 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)

77
Avg Comfort
59.1°
Avg High
34.8°
Avg Low
60%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine8.9h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog0.4h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain7.5"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr53 (15%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr14
✨ Perfect Days (80+)437

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. June92
73.4° / 43° · ☀️ 12.3h
0 foggy days · 2 rainy days
2. August90
81.4° / 49.8° · ☀️ 11.4h
0 foggy days · 1 rainy days
3. May87
65.9° / 37° · ☀️ 11.8h
0 foggy days · 4 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December27
41.7° / 26.7° · ☀️ 4.9h
💧 3" · 12 rainy days · 2 foggy days
2. February31
40.4° / 22.3° · ☀️ 6.1h
💧 1.4" · 7 rainy days · 4 foggy days
3. January33
39.8° / 22.2° · ☀️ 6.2h
💧 0.5" · 6 rainy days · 4 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
September 20249273.7° / 43.5°10.3h0d0.02"29
October 20248260.9° / 34°7.8h0d0.21"21
November 20245541° / 26.6°5.5h1d1.31"3
December 20245039.1° / 24.5°4.8h2d4.01"0
January 20255536.6° / 19.5°5.9h2d0.77"0
February 20255335.6° / 19.1°5.6h4d1.71"2
March 20256344° / 27.6°7.6h2d2.52"7
April 20258656.4° / 30.3°10.4h0d0.11"25
May 20259064.5° / 36.4°11.9h0d0.15"29
June 20259574.2° / 43.7°12.5h0d0"29
July 20259381.6° / 50.8°12.4h0d0.23"30
August 20259480.3° / 50.5°11.1h0d0.11"30
September 20259274.4° / 44.7°9.8h0d0.1"29
October 20257955.4° / 31.9°7.4h0d0.37"20
November 20257049.6° / 30.6°6.1h4d0.33"9
December 20255644.4° / 29.1°4.8h2d1.98"5
January 20266243° / 24.8°6.5h6d0.22"4
February 20266445.1° / 25.4°6.6h3d0.96"6
March 20267954.8° / 31.8°8.9h2d0.14"19
April 20268255.6° / 29.4°9.9h0d0.21"21
May 20269067.2° / 37.6°11.6h0d0.33"29
June 20269172.4° / 42.3°12.1h0d0.19"29
July 20268983.9° / 50.6°12.3h0d0.06"30
August 20269182.4° / 49.1°11.6h0d0"31
Last updated: 9/2/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

90°F71°F52°F32°F13°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 Sand Springs Campground climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Sand Springs Campground, 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 Sand Springs Campground. 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 Sand Springs Campground

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Sand Springs Campground 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 Sand Springs Campground

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Sand Springs Campground 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 Sand Springs Campground

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Sand Springs Campground 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
43.7081, -120.8476
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Elevation
4951 ft
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Type
Recreation Area
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Tags
#camping#high-desert#wind-exposed#remote-access
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Sand Springs Campground

What is the weather at Sand Springs Campground right now?

Current conditions at Sand Springs Campground are 59°F, feeling like 52°F, with 37% humidity, winds near 7 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Cool and cloudy

What temperatures are typical at Sand Springs Campground?

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 35°F at Sand Springs Campground. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Sand Springs Campground get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 7.5 inches of precipitation and 53 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Sand Springs Campground. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Sand Springs Campground foggy?

Sand Springs Campground averages about 0.4 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 14 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 Sand Springs Campground for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are June 2025 (74°F/44°F average high/low and a 95 comfort score), August 2025 (80°F/51°F average high/low and a 94 comfort score), and July 2025 (82°F/51°F average high/low and a 93 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.

What kind of destination is Sand Springs Campground?

Sand Springs Campground is a recreation area at 4,951 feet. A primitive campground and useful weather anchor in the open high desert between Pine Mountain and Fort Rock country. Notable features include camping, high-desert, wind-exposed, and remote-access.

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