Buckner Mountain
Mountain Rugged Cascade peak within North Cascades National Park
Remote peak in Washington’s North Cascades attracting experienced mountaineers for glacier travel, technical routes, and expansive views of jagged ridgelines; climbs require long approaches and alpine camps.
How to Get to Buckner Mountain #
Nearest trailheads are reached via remote forest roads off Highway 20 and other northern Washington routes. The standard approach requires multi-day backcountry hiking; check National Forest Service notices and trail conditions before departing.
Tips for Visiting Buckner Mountain #
- High-elevation weather changes quickly; pack layers and expect cold even on warm days.
- The approach routes are remote; be prepared for limited cell service and bring a topographic map or GPS route data.
Best Time to Visit Buckner Mountain #
Summer months offer the most reliable access; spring and autumn can bring unpredictable conditions in the North Cascades.
Weather & Climate near Buckner Mountain #
Buckner Mountain's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -13°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1605 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -13°C. Heavy rain (220 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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May
May is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Heavy rain (219 mm).
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December
December is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -13°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (224 mm).
