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.
Frankenstein Cliff at a Glance#
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.
Weather & Climate near Frankenstein Cliff#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -15° - -4° | -16° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -14° - -2° | -14° | 82 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -9° - 3° | -8° | 97 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -2° - 9° | 0° | 97 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 4° - 17° | 11° | 107 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 9° - 22° | 16° | 108 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 12° - 24° | 18° | 108 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 23° | 17° | 122 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 6° - 19° | 12° | 99 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 0° - 12° | 4° | 102 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -4° - 5° | -4° | 118 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -11° - -1° | -12° | 109 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |