Bend, OR Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Bend
Located in Oregon, United States, Bend experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 84°F (29°C) in July and dip to about 40°F (4°C) in December, with around 23.0 inches (583 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 84°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: December - highs near 40°F (4°C)
- Record high: 104°F (40°C) · Record low: -27°F (-33°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: December (15 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (14.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: Mediterranean - hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters
- Snow: about 33 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 84°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 54°F (12°C). The coolest month is December, with typical highs of 40°F (4°C) and lows around 26°F (-3°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 104°F (40°C) and dropped as low as -27°F (-33°C).
Rain, sun and snow
December is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.3 inches (110 mm) of rain over 15 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 14.2 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 33 days in a typical year, mostly from November through May.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41° | 27° | 13 | 3.4 in | 5.8 h/day | 74% |
| February | 43° | 27° | 13 | 2.6 in | 7.3 h/day | 69% |
| March | 47° | 29° | 12 | 2.0 in | 9.0 h/day | 67% |
| April | 55° | 34° | 11 | 1.9 in | 10.8 h/day | 59% |
| May | 64° | 41° | 8 | 1.6 in | 12.1 h/day | 55% |
| June | 74° | 48° | 6 | 1.0 in | 13.5 h/day | 48% |
| July | 84° | 54° | 2 | 0.2 in | 14.2 h/day | 38% |
| August | 83° | 55° | 2 | 0.3 in | 13.0 h/day | 39% |
| September | 73° | 47° | 4 | 0.8 in | 11.1 h/day | 49% |
| October | 61° | 40° | 7 | 1.8 in | 8.8 h/day | 60% |
| November | 47° | 32° | 12 | 3.2 in | 6.5 h/day | 69% |
| December | 40° | 26° | 15 | 4.3 in | 5.2 h/day | 74% |
Bend month by month
Bend weather in January
January brings highs around 41°F (5°C), lows near 27°F (-3°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 6 snowy days.
Bend weather in February
February brings highs around 43°F (6°C), lows near 27°F (-3°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 6 snowy days.
Bend weather in March
March brings highs around 47°F (8°C), lows near 29°F (-2°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 5 snowy days.
Bend weather in April
April brings highs around 55°F (13°C), lows near 34°F (1°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Bend weather in May
May brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 8 wet days.
Bend weather in June
June brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 48°F (9°C), about 6 wet days.
Bend weather in July
July brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 2 wet days - typically the hottest month and the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Bend.
Bend weather in August
August brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 2 wet days.
Bend weather in September
September brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), about 4 wet days.
Bend weather in October
October brings highs around 61°F (16°C), lows near 40°F (4°C), about 7 wet days.
Bend weather in November
November brings highs around 47°F (8°C), lows near 32°F (0°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days.
Bend weather in December
December brings highs around 40°F (4°C), lows near 26°F (-3°C), about 15 wet days and roughly 8 snowy days - typically the coldest month and the wettest month of the year in Bend.
Seasons in Bend
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Bend is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 34°F (1°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season, plus around 8 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Bend brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 53°F (11°C); rain falls on about 9 days over the three months.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Bend is mild, with daytime highs averaging 60°F (16°C) and nights around 40°F (4°C); expect showers on roughly 23 days across the season, plus around 4 snowy days.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Bend is brisk and cold, with daytime highs averaging 41°F (5°C) and nights around 27°F (-3°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season, plus around 21 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Bend
The best time to visit Bend is generally June to October, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 75°F (24°C).
Pack for Bend with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 54°F (12°C).
Bend temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.