Frankenstein Cliff

Cliff Steep cliff on White Mountains with hiking access

Rocky cliff in New Hampshire’s White Mountains region offering hiking, seasonal viewpoints and pockets of technical rock climbing for experienced parties.

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Frankenstein Cliff
44.1559, -71.3670

How to Get to Frankenstein Cliff #

Approach Frankenstein Cliff from trailheads on local forest roads and marked paths in the White Mountain region. The cliff is typically reached by car followed by a moderate hike; consult the relevant state forest or local hiking association for exact trail maps and seasonal advisories.

Tips for Visiting Frankenstein Cliff #

  • The cliff is an exposed rock face - view from safe, marked vantage points; avoid loose edges.
  • Combine a visit with nearby hiking routes in the White Mountains for a longer day; winter conditions can make approach routes hazardous.
  • Check for local trail advisories following heavy rain or spring thaw.

Best Time to Visit Frankenstein Cliff #

Late spring through early fall is the best time to visit for comfortable hiking and safe trail conditions; winter can be icy and requires mountaineering gear.

Summer (June-September)
Jun-Sep · 10°C to 25°C
Warm days for hiking and clear views; insects may be active in lower woods.
Fall (October)
Oct · 0°C to 12°C
Peak foliage along the approach trails - the cliff feels especially dramatic against autumn color.

Weather & Climate near Frankenstein Cliff #

Climate

Frankenstein Cliff's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1235 mm/year), wettest in August, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -15°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-15° -4°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -14°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-14° -2°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (122 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-11° -1°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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