Crater Lake National Park in December
In December, Crater Lake National Park averages a high of 33°F and a low of 19°F, with 11.3 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 90.6 inches of snowfall. About 7,000 people visit, the 10th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 9 hours 02 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 33° / 19°F
- Precipitation
- 11.3in
- Snow
- 90.6in
- Daylight
- 9h 2m
- Visitors
- 7,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: June (moderate), August (very busy) and September (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Chiloquin 12 NW (fort Klamath), OR at 4,180 ft averages a December high of 39°F and a low of 19°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Crater Lake Nps HQ, OR, 3.3 miles from the park's center, 6,485 ft. Second station lower down: Chiloquin 12 NW (fort Klamath), OR, 4,180 ft, 18.1 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood National Park | 54° / 38° | Quiet | Cool |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | 40° / 22° | Quiet | Cold |
| Fort Vancouver National Historic Site | 47° / 35° | Quiet | Cool |
| Mount Rainier National Park | 33° / 22° | Quiet | Cold |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | 55° / 44° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Crater Lake National Park on nps.gov
All twelve months at Crater Lake · National parks to visit in December