Crater Lake National Park in October
In October, Crater Lake National Park averages a high of 51°F and a low of 30°F, with 4.8 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 17.2 inches of snowfall. About 33,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 10 hours 58 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 51° / 30°F
- Precipitation
- 4.8in
- Snow
- 17.2in
- Daylight
- 10h 58m
- Visitors
- 33,000
- 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 October high of 64°F and a low of 28°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 October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood National Park | 63° / 45° | Moderate | Mild |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | 59° / 33° | Moderate | Mild |
| Fort Vancouver National Historic Site | 64° / 45° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Mount Rainier National Park | 46° / 33° | Moderate | Cool |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | 62° / 49° | Very busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Crater Lake National Park on nps.gov
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