Pittsburg & Great North Woods, NH

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First Connecticut Lake near Pittsburg
First Connecticut Lake near Pittsburg. Photo by Magicpiano, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Today’s Forecast:

☀
59°F
High: 62° | Low: 52°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KBML
Observed at: 9:05 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 55%
Tonight:A slight chance of rain after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Sunday:A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. East wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Sunday Night:A chance of rain before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  91 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 62°F. Risk of rain later today (35%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 20/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 58°F. High rain probability (71%).

⛺ Camping

Excellent
  91 /100

Excellent for camping. High near 62°F. Risk of rain later today (35%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 20/100
Not Recommended for camping. High near 58°F. High rain probability (71%).

🛶 Paddling

Use Caution
  41 /100

Use Caution for paddling. High near 62°F. Risk of rain later today (35%). Breezy winds (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 4/100
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 58°F. High rain probability (71%). Temperatures outside comfort limits (58°F).


About Pittsburg & Great North Woods

Pittsburg & Great North Woods covers remote forests, river headwaters, lakes, wildlife routes, campgrounds, mountain trails, and long scenic drives near the Canadian border.

Make the Most of a Pittsburg & Great North Woods Day

Download directions and confirm fuel, food, road, and facility availability before leaving town. Weather may be colder and services farther apart than in southern New Hampshire.

Weather Tips for Pittsburg & Great North Woods

  • Confirm remote-road, facility, and fuel availability because colder weather and limited services can add consequences to a change of plan.
  • 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:

  • Lake Francis
  • Moose Alley
  • Magalloway Mountain
  • Colebrook
  • Connecticut River
  • Dixville Notch
  • Second Connecticut Lake

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of a Pittsburg & Great North Woods 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 Pittsburg & Great North Woods

☀
59°F
High: 62° | Low: 52°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KBML
Observed at: 9:05 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 55%
Sun 🌧
63° 47°
35%
Mon 🌧
59° 48°
71%
Tue 🌧
61° 48°
18%
Wed ⛅
68° 51°
0%
Thu ⛅
69° 52°
13%
Fri 🌧
66° 43°
36%
Sat 🌧
61° --°
19%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

63° Sun 59° Mon 61° Tue 68° Wed 69° Thu 66° Fri 61° Sat

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

47° Sun 48° Mon 48° Tue 51° Wed 52° Thu 43° Fri 50° Sat

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 95 Sun 94 Mon 100 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu 95 Fri 100 Sat
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 27, 2026 2:41 am CDT

Pittsburg & Great North Woods Weather by Season

Winter

Winter at Pittsburg & Great North Woods brings snow, ice, wind chill, short daylight, and changing road access. Shaded trails, parking areas, and bridges can stay icy through mild spells. Remote services and cell coverage may be limited.

Spring

Spring around Pittsburg & Great North Woods 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 Pittsburg & Great North Woods 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 Pittsburg & Great North Woods, 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 39–42°F, based on the relevant summit or surrounding regional context.
  • Annual snowfall: often 90–120 inches, with more in favored uplands; 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 bring the greatest rain and thunderstorms.
  • Driest season: winter is driest by rainfall but has deep and persistent snow.
  • Best outdoor window: late June through September for camping, paddling, and remote roads.