Pawtuckaway State Park, NH

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Pawtuckaway Lake with wooded islands
Pawtuckaway Lake with wooded islands. Photo by Cody Carlson, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.

Today’s Forecast:

☁
61°F
High: 61° | Low: 53°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KMHT
Observed at: 10:53 pm CDT on 9/25/26
Wind: 5 mph | Humidity: 56%
Overnight:A slight chance of rain before 2am. Cloudy, with a low around 54. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Saturday:Rain likely between 11am and 5pm, then a chance of rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Saturday Night:Rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 52. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

⛺ Camping

Use Caution
  44 /100

Use Caution for camping. High near 57°F. Rain forecast later today (100%). Breezy winds (20 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 17/100
Not Recommended for camping. High near 62°F. High rain probability (60%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

🛶 Paddling

Not Recommended
  3 /100

Not Recommended for paddling. High near 57°F. Rain forecast later today (100%). Windy conditions (20 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (57°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 7/100
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 62°F. High rain probability (60%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

🥾 Hiking

Use Caution
  46 /100

Use Caution for hiking. High near 57°F. Rain forecast later today (100%). Breezy winds (20 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 18/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 62°F. High rain probability (60%). Light wind (15 mph). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

About Pawtuckaway State Park

Pawtuckaway State Park combines a large lake, wooded campground, boulder field, mountain trails, fire-tower views, paddling, and family recreation.

Make the Most of a Pawtuckaway State Park Day

Use calm periods for the lake and dry conditions for boulders and steep trails. Campground insects, wet roots, summer thunderstorms, and busy weekends all affect the best order of activities.

Weather Tips for Pawtuckaway State Park

  • Check temperature, wind, rain timing, and thunderstorm potential before choosing the day’s route.
  • Wind, current, water temperature, waves, and lightning should guide water plans more than sunshine alone.
  • Check overnight lows, wet ground, drainage, and the nearest substantial shelter before settling into camp.
  • Spring mud, summer bugs, fall crowds, and winter ice can affect access even on a mild day.

Nearby Towns and Areas

This page can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:

  • Pawtuckaway Lake
  • Nottingham
  • Raymond
  • Boulder Field
  • South Mountain Fire Tower
  • Deerfield
  • Northwood

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of a Pawtuckaway State Park day. Match elevation, wind, storms, water conditions, trail surfaces, road access, temperature, and daylight to the activity that gives your group the safest and most comfortable plan.

7-Day Forecast for Pawtuckaway State Park

☁
61°F
High: 61° | Low: 53°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KMHT
Observed at: 10:53 pm CDT on 9/25/26
Wind: 5 mph | Humidity: 56%
Sat 🌧
62° 52°
60%
Sun 🌧
58° 51°
100%
Mon 🌧
58° 52°
94%
Tue 🌧
64° 53°
50%
Wed ⛅
71° 54°
1%
Thu ⛅
74° 56°
3%
Fri ⛅
73° --°
10%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

62° Sat 58° Sun 58° Mon 64° Tue 71° Wed 74° Thu 73° Fri

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

52° Sat 51° Sun 52° Mon 53° Tue 54° Wed 56° Thu 50° Fri

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 65 Sat 89 Sun 65 Mon 95 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu 100 Fri
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 26, 2026 8:44 pm CDT

Pawtuckaway State Park Weather by Season

Winter

Winter at Pawtuckaway State Park brings snow, ice, wind chill, short daylight, and changing road access. Shaded trails, parking areas, and bridges can stay icy through mild spells. Check current facility and road status before departure.

Spring

Spring around Pawtuckaway State Park is mud season, with snowmelt, soft trails, lingering high-elevation ice, and rising waterways. Cold water remains a serious factor even when the air feels warm. Black flies often become noticeable from late spring into early summer.

Summer

Summer at Pawtuckaway State Park brings the warmest weather, humidity, mosquitoes, and afternoon thunderstorm potential. Morning commonly offers calmer water and a larger safety margin before storms. Carry water and use shade breaks during hot periods.

Fall

Fall is a popular season at Pawtuckaway State Park, with cooler air, changing foliage, and generally comfortable outdoor conditions. Busy foliage weekends can affect roads, parking, and waterfront towns. Cold nights, early ice, and rapidly shortening daylight return late in the season.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Annual average temperature: generally around 45–48°F, based on the relevant summit or surrounding regional context.
  • Annual snowfall: commonly 50–70 inches; elevation and year-to-year storm tracks cause substantial variation.
  • Warmest months: July and August are normally warmest, although high terrain and water exposure stay cooler.
  • Coolest months: January and February are typically coldest, with wind chill often more important than temperature alone.
  • Wettest season: late spring and summer are wettest.
  • Driest season: winter is driest by rainfall but snow and ice remain common.
  • Best outdoor window: late May through October for trails, camping, and paddling.