Destination

White Mountain National Forest

United States

Best timeSep–Oct

Set inUnited States

In season~59°F high

Climate5–73°F

CurrencyUSD

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC-05:00

On the map

Map showing the location of White Mountain National Forest

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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak May, Jul, Aug. Go in Jun for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightSep · 44%

WarmestJul · 73°F

WettestApr

Best windowSep–Oct

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Kancamagus Highway is the most photographed 34 miles in New England for a reason. Peak runs high to low through October.

Best time to visit

Aim for Sep–Oct, the 2 months that line up best.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit White Mountain National Forest?

The best time to visit White Mountain National Forest is September–October, in United States.

Where is White Mountain National Forest?

White Mountain National Forest is in United States.

What is White Mountain National Forest known for?

The Kancamagus Highway is the most photographed 34 miles in New England for a reason. Peak runs high to low through October.

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