Crystal Mountain, WA

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Crystal Peak centered and Chimney Peak (right) of the Olympic Mountain Range. View from Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park WA
Crystal Peak centered and Chimney Peak (right) of the Olympic Mountain Range. View from Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park WA - Les Williams, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons

Today’s Forecast:

🌤
31°F
High: 38° | Low: 31°
Current Temperature
Unknown Precipitation
Station: TWHIT
Observed at: 9:00 am CST on 11/9/26
Wind: 2 mph | Humidity: 95%
Today:A slight chance of rain and snow between 11am and 1pm, then rain and snow. Mostly cloudy. High near 38, with temperatures falling to around 36 in the afternoon. Wind chill values as low as 24. South southeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight:Rain and snow before 9pm, then a slight chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. Southwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tuesday:Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 43. South southwest wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 24 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:

🚲 Biking

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for biking. High near 42°F. Rain forecast later today (93%). Light wind (9 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (42°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 3/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 43°F. High rain probability (93%). Light wind (12 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (43°F).

🥾 Hiking

Use Caution
  41 /100

Use Caution for hiking. High near 42°F. Rain forecast later today (93%). Light wind (9 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 13/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 43°F. High rain probability (93%). Light wind (12 mph).

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 42°F. Rain forecast later today (93%). Light wind (9 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (42°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 3/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 43°F. High rain probability (93%). Light wind (12 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (43°F).

🛷 Sledding / Snowshoeing

Use Caution
  41 /100

Use Caution for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 42°F. Rain forecast later today (93%). Light wind (9 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 11/100
Not Recommended for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 43°F. High rain probability (93%). Light wind (12 mph).

About Crystal Mountain

Crystal Mountain is a Washington destination for a mountain resort with summer trails, biking, scenic rides, events, and access toward Mount Rainier.

Make the Most of a Crystal Mountain Day

Operating schedules, mountain wind, smoke, thunderstorms, and wet bike trails should be checked separately. Winter road conditions may be serious even when lowlands are rainy.

Weather Tips for Crystal Mountain

  • Compare valley and high-elevation forecasts because snow, wind, clouds, smoke, and temperature can change sharply with elevation.
  • If thunder is possible, finish exposed viewpoints, ridges, golf, or event grounds early and keep substantial shelter close.
  • After steady rain, favor paved or well-drained surfaces until natural trails recover.
  • Summer smoke, winter access, shoulder-season closures, and shorter fall daylight can matter even during an otherwise mild forecast.

Nearby Towns and Areas

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

  • Greenwater
  • Chinook Pass
  • White River
  • Norse Peak Wilderness
  • Enumclaw
  • Tipsoo Lake
  • Federation Forest

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of a Crystal Mountain day. Match wind, precipitation, smoke, 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 Crystal Mountain

🌤
31°F
High: 38° | Low: 31°
Current Temperature
Unknown Precipitation
Station: TWHIT
Observed at: 9:00 am CST on 11/9/26
Wind: 2 mph | Humidity: 95%
Mon ❄
38° 34°
98%
Tue 🌧
43° 40°
93%
Wed ⛅
50° 39°
2%
Thu 🌧
48° 36°
17%
Fri ❄
39° 33°
88%
Sat ❄
37° 30°
89%
Sun ❄
33° 27°
57%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

38° Mon 43° Tue 50° Wed 48° Thu 39° Fri 37° Sat 33° Sun

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

34° Mon 40° Tue 39° Wed 36° Thu 33° Fri 30° Sat 27° Sun

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 18 Mon 18 Tue 67 Wed 20 Thu 17 Fri 18 Sat 19 Sun
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 9, 2026 6:46 pm CST

Crystal Mountain Weather by Season

Winter

Winter at Crystal Mountain brings mountain snow, ice, short daylight, and changing road or trailhead access. Higher routes may close while lower valleys remain rainy, so check current transportation notices.

Spring

Spring around Crystal Mountain brings changing conditions, rising rivers, wet trails, and lingering mountain snow. Give muddy natural surfaces time to drain and avoid widening trails. Mountain and eastern thunderstorms become increasingly possible later in the season.

Summer

Summer at Crystal Mountain is usually the driest and most dependable season, but wildfire smoke, fire restrictions, heat, and afternoon thunderstorms can interrupt plans. Start exposed routes early and carry enough water. Dry vegetation makes local fire rules especially important.

Fall

Fall at Crystal Mountain brings cooler temperatures, shorter daylight, changing color, and the return of wetter weather west of the Cascades. Early snow or ice may reach upper roads before lower elevations. Check seasonal facility hours and allow extra time on busy event or salmon-viewing weekends.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Annual average temperature: around 40–44°F at resort elevation, using the relevant local or regional elevation context.
  • Annual snowfall: commonly several hundred inches on upper slopes, with substantial year-to-year and elevation variation.
  • Warmest months: July and August are normally warmest.
  • Coolest months: December through February are typically coolest.
  • Wettest season: November through January.
  • Driest season: July and August.
  • Best outdoor window: July through September for hiking and biking, subject to operating schedules.