Hole-in-the-WallHole-in-the-Wall at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Hole-in-the-Wall
Best in late spring and summer for safer walking conditions and clearer weather.
Spring-Summer
April-August · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Milder weather and lower winter storms; still chilly and often windy.
Autumn-Winter
September-March · 3-12°C (37-54°F)
Big surf and dramatic skies; access may be difficult after storms.
Weather & Climate near Hole-in-the-Wall
Climate
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 20°C. Heavy rainfall (2592 mm/year), wettest in December.
Air Quality:
AQI 18
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 2° - 9° | 2° | 353 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 2° - 10° | 3° | 308 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 3° - 11° | 4° | 277 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 4° - 13° | 6° | 189 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 6° - 15° | 11° | 132 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 8° - 17° | 13° | 88 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 10° - 19° | 14° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 69 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 113 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 15° | 11° | 251 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 11° | 4° | 371 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 2° - 9° | 2° | 378 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Hole-in-the-Wall
Access is typically from coastal parking areas within Olympic National Park or nearby public beaches. From Forks or Port Angeles, drive west along US-101 to the nearest coastal trailhead (routes vary by exact location); expect a beach walk of 1-3 miles depending on the chosen access point. Check local park maps and tide tables before setting out.
Tips for Visiting Hole-in-the-Wall
- Check tide charts before visiting; the walk can be impassable at high tide and some sections are slippery.
- Wear sturdy shoes-rock pools and driftwood make the last stretch uneven.
- Avoid venturing into sea caves alone; strong currents and sudden swell are common on the outer Olympic coast.