Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead Weather

Trailhead • Central Oregon

A campground and southern trail access point for Twin Pillars and the Mill Creek Wilderness.

65°
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Comfort Score
85(A-)
Excellent
Weather updated September 24, 2026 at 8:48 PM PDT

Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead weather at a glance

Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead is a trailhead at 3,735 feet in Central Oregon. A campground and southern trail access point for Twin Pillars and the Mill Creek Wilderness. Notable features include trailhead, hiking, camping, forest, and remote-access.

Current conditions are 65°F, feeling like 60°F, with 33% humidity, winds near 3 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild and cloudy.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 61°F and an average low of 40°F, with about 8.7 hours of sunshine per day and 0.2 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 6.4 inches.

Plan your week

10-Day Forecast

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    Today
    Sep 24
    79°50°
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Hourly Forecast

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Current Conditions

Temperature
65°F
Feels like 60°F
Humidity
33%
Dew point 35°F
Wind
3 mph
NW • Gusts 5 mph
Cloud Cover
100%
Mid-level clouds
Precip Chance
0%
Air Quality
26
Good

Comfort Breakdown

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Thermal84
Wind100
Night Sky39
Moisture94
Precipitation100
Air Quality
AQI 26 · Good
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Weather Maps

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Precipitation

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About the weather maps for Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead

Each preview is centered on Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead, 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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead. 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
79°Fforecast
1° below normal
Normal: 80°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
1.7"
36% below average
30-yr avg: 2.6"
Sunny Days
28last 28 days
1 more than baseline
Typical: 27
Foggy Days
0last 28 days
About average
Avg Wind Speed
6.6 mphlast 28 days
1.0 mph windier than baseline
Typical: 5.5 mph
Comfort Score
9228-day avg
On par with typical
Recent baseline: 94
What the Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead 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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead 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)

79
Avg Comfort
61.5°
Avg High
39.5°
Avg Low
64%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine8.7h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog0.2h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain6.4"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr45 (12%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr11
✨ Perfect Days (80+)465

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. June94
75.2° / 46.8° · ☀️ 12.3h
0 foggy days · 1 rainy days
2. May91
67.7° / 40.9° · ☀️ 11.5h
0 foggy days · 2 rainy days
3. July88
84.5° / 54.9° · ☀️ 12.3h
0 foggy days · 1 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December22
45° / 31.8° · ☀️ 4.6h
💧 3.4" · 12 rainy days · 4 foggy days
2. February34
43.5° / 28.1° · ☀️ 5.7h
💧 0.7" · 6 rainy days · 3 foggy days
3. January35
41.3° / 27.3° · ☀️ 6h
💧 0.4" · 6 rainy days · 3 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
September 20249376.1° / 49.2°10.2h0d0.03"28
October 20248362° / 39.5°7.7h0d0.21"22
November 20245644.2° / 31.5°4.2h0d0.83"4
December 20245543.8° / 29.9°4.6h4d3.47"6
January 20255839.3° / 25°5.8h2d0.6"2
February 20255840° / 24.9°5.2h1d0.86"4
March 20256548.4° / 32.1°6.3h1d1.59"9
April 20259059.4° / 34.3°10.4h0d0.1"26
May 20258966.2° / 39.9°11.2h0d0.11"28
June 20259576.4° / 47.2°12.6h0d0"29
July 20259383.8° / 55.3°12.5h0d0.1"31
August 20259482.9° / 55.6°11.2h0d0.04"31
September 20259377.8° / 50.9°9.9h0d0.27"29
October 20258257.8° / 36.1°7.6h0d0.15"21
November 20257452.4° / 35.2°6h0d0.1"12
December 20255645.9° / 33.8°4.5h4d3.37"5
January 20266443.2° / 29.7°6.3h4d0.18"7
February 20266747° / 31.2°6.3h4d0.64"7
March 20268055.7° / 34.7°8.6h1d0.17"21
April 20268458.1° / 34.1°9.3h0d0.3"22
May 20269269.1° / 41.8°11.7h0d0.29"30
June 20269273.7° / 46.2°12h0d0.13"29
July 20269185.1° / 54.5°12h0d0.02"31
August 20269283.1° / 53.3°11.8h0d0"31
Last updated: 9/2/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

91°F73°F55°F37°F19°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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead, 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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead. 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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead 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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead 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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead 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
44.4397, -120.5808
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Elevation
3735 ft
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Type
Trailhead
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Tags
#trailhead#hiking#camping#forest#remote-access
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead

What is the weather at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead right now?

Current conditions at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead are 65°F, feeling like 60°F, with 33% humidity, winds near 3 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild and cloudy

What temperatures are typical at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead?

The location-specific record for 2024-09-01 through 2026-08-31 shows an average daily high of 61°F and an average low of 40°F at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 6.4 inches of precipitation and 45 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead foggy?

Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead averages about 0.2 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 11 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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are June 2025 (76°F/47°F average high/low and a 95 comfort score), August 2025 (83°F/56°F average high/low and a 94 comfort score), and September 2024 (76°F/49°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 Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead?

Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead is a trailhead at 3,735 feet. A campground and southern trail access point for Twin Pillars and the Mill Creek Wilderness. Notable features include trailhead, hiking, camping, forest, and remote-access.

💡 Local Tip: Central Oregon weather can change dramatically within short distances and throughout the day. Always check current conditions before visiting Wildcat Campground / Twin Pillars Trailhead.