Foulweather BluffFoulweather Bluff at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Foulweather Bluff
Late spring through early fall is best for walking the cliff-top trails; winter visits are dramatic but exposed and potentially icy.
Summer (June-August)
Jun-Aug · 12°C to 22°C
Calmer seas and wildflowers on the bluff; best time for easy walking and birdwatching.
Fall (September-November)
Sep-Nov · 5°C to 15°C
Good for migrating raptors and fewer people; winds pick up and conditions can feel raw.
Weather & Climate near Foulweather Bluff
Climate
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (803 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 23
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 3° - 8° | 3° | 106 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 3° - 10° | 4° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 3° - 11° | 5° | 83 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 5° - 14° | 7° | 53 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 7° - 17° | 12° | 47 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 38 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 10° - 21° | 16° | 25 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 22° | 16° | 26 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 9° - 20° | 14° | 39 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 15° | 11° | 65 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 10° | 5° | 116 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 3° - 8° | 3° | 124 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Foulweather Bluff
Foulweather Bluff is reached from nearby coastal towns by local roads; driving is the most practical option and trailheads are accessed from parking areas along the bluff’s access road. Public transit to the immediate headland is limited; check local county park information for the closest parking and permitted access points.
Tips for Visiting Foulweather Bluff
- Time visits for low tide if exploring shoreline birdlife; check local tide tables.
- Wear sturdy shoes: the bluff trails can be narrow and exposed with loose gravel.
- Bring a camera with a good zoom - seals and rafts of scoters are often visible from the headland.