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Olympic National Park

Olympic is quietest in January and December and busiest in August.

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Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Jul 2026 · alerts checked Jul 10, 2026. How this is calculated →

Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe

Pick a month to visit Olympic

This week

7-day forecast

DayConditionsHighLowPrecip chance
Fri 10Overcast59°F46°F9%
Sat 11Drizzle48°F38°F16%
Sun 12Overcast62°F36°F4%
Mon 13Clear71°F42°F0%
Tue 14Overcast69°F45°F2%
Wed 15Mostly clear63°F42°F10%
Thu 16Clear70°F41°F9%

Forecast data by Open-Meteo

Source: Open-Meteo

Weather

Monthly climate normals

MonthAvg highAvg lowPrecip
January45°F34°F5.9"
February48°F35°F4.2"
March51°F36°F3.8"
April56°F39°F2.6"
May62°F43°F1.9"
June66°F48°F1.6"
July70°F51°F1.0"
August71°F51°F1.1"
September67°F47°F1.9"
October58°F42°F4.4"
November49°F37°F6.9"
December44°F34°F6.6"

Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Port Angeles

Know before you go

Fees & hours

Entrance fee
$30 — $30 per private vehicle, valid 7 days
Hours
Open 24 hours; Hurricane Ridge Road access varies in winter
Official NPS park site →

Source: NPS Data API

Conditions

Current alerts

  • Information

    South Shore Quinault Road Washed Out Beyond Park Boundary

    South Shore Road – which is maintained by Jefferson County – is closed due to a major wash-out. For more information, visit the Jefferson County website.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Caution

    Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas

    The Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Park Closure

    Mora Road Closed for Essential Repairs

    Mora Road is closed to all traffic, including bicycles and pedestrians, at the campground. Rialto Beach is not accessible via Mora Road during this construction period. Mora Campground is open. This construction work will repair damage from a severe winter flood event, fortify the road against river migration, and protect long-term access to Rialto Beach.

  • Danger

    Crews Responding to Lightning-Caused Mt. Tom Creek Fire

    The lightning-caused Mt. Tom Creek Fire is burning on a remote mountain slope on the west side of Olympic National Park. Fire management officials have ordered aviation and ground resources to respond to the fire, including Type 1 and Type 2 helicopters, enhanced reconnaissance aircraft, wildland fire engines, and hand crews. Backpackers are encouraged to consider alternative routes. There are no evacuation orders.

    Details on nps.gov →

Source: NPS Data API