Big Hole (Oregon)Big Hole (Oregon) at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Big Hole (Oregon)
Late spring and summer are the most practical times for access; check conditions in shoulder seasons.
Late spring
May-June · 5-20°C (41-68°F)
Snowmelt-fed streams and cooler hiking temperatures.
Summer
July-August · 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Warm days, suitable for high-desert exploration but watch for thunderstorms.
Weather & Climate near Big Hole (Oregon)
Climate
Big Hole (Oregon)'s climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 27°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 27
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -9° - 3° | -7° | 52 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -8° - 6° | -5° | 34 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -5° - 8° | -2° | 42 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -4° - 12° | 1° | 21 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -1° - 18° | 6° | 24 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 2° - 23° | 12° | 22 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 4° - 27° | 15° | 14 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 3° - 27° | 15° | 17 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -1° - 23° | 11° | 13 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -4° - 17° | 4° | 22 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -6° - 7° | -3° | 50 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -9° - 3° | -7° | 53 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Big Hole (Oregon)
Access in remote Oregon country typically requires travel on secondary or forest roads; the nearest towns should be used as staging points. Consult local ranger districts for up-to-date road conditions and recommended routes.
Tips for Visiting Big Hole (Oregon)
- Vehicle access may be limited; check local forest service advisories before planning a trip.
- Bring layers - high desert mornings can be chilly even in summer.
- If planning overnight camping, obtain local permits where required and leave no trace.