The best times to visit Fossil for ideal weather are

May 28th to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Fossil Travel Info

Weather in Fossil

Temperature

Average temperatures in Fossil vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Fossil, the hottest months are July, August, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 92°F (33.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.7°F (13.7°C) at night.

Fossil Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Fossil Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Fossil Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Fossil Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 43.5 34.5 27.8
Feb 46.5 36.9 30
Mar 54.3 41.6 32.8
Apr 59 45 34.8
May 67.7 53.4 41.5
Jun 76.7 61.2 47.8
Jul 90 72.2 55.1
Aug 88.5 70.5 53.8
Sep 81 63.1 48.1
Oct 65 50.8 40.4
Nov 49.5 39.7 32.1
Dec 40.6 32.9 26.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.4 1.4 -2.3
Feb 8.1 2.7 -1.1
Mar 12.4 5.3 0.4
Apr 15 7.2 1.6
May 19.8 11.9 5.3
Jun 24.8 16.2 8.8
Jul 32.2 22.3 12.8
Aug 31.4 21.4 12.1
Sep 27.2 17.3 8.9
Oct 18.3 10.4 4.7
Nov 9.7 4.3 0.1
Dec 4.8 0.5 -3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Fossil are July, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid September. For example, on the week of September 10th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.

When can you find snow in Fossil? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Fossil.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Fossil (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 10% 0 0.9
Feb 7% 0 0.5
Mar 7% 0 0.8
Apr 10% 0 0.9
May 12% 0 1.2
Jun 12% 0 1
Jul 4% 0 0.3
Aug 4% 0 0.5
Sep 4% 0 0.3
Oct 7% 0 0.7
Nov 9% 0 0.7
Dec 13% 0 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 2.3
Feb 7 0 1.3
Mar 7 0 2
Apr 10 0 2.3
May 12 0 3
Jun 12 0 2.5
Jul 4 0 0.8
Aug 4 0 1.3
Sep 4 0 0.8
Oct 7 0 1.8
Nov 9 0 1.8
Dec 13 0 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Fossil has some humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (24.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (67.7%).

Wind in Fossil is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by December and January. March’s average wind speed of around 6.9 knots (7.9 MPH or 12.7 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 17.6 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Fossil.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.3 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Feb 6.1 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Mar 6.9 Light breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Apr 6.3 Light breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
May 5.6 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Jun 5.5 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Aug 5.4 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Sep 5.4 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Oct 5.5 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Nov 6.2 Light breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Dec 6.7 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 64.4%
Feb 62.2%
Mar 53.2%
Apr 49.2%
May 47.2%
Jun 42.2%
Jul 24.7%
Aug 25.4%
Sep 29.4%
Oct 47.4%
Nov 61.3%
Dec 67.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Fossil?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Fossil, OR, US is August, followed by July and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Fossil in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 55.1 in December means 55.1% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Fossil Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 72.6°F (22.6°C) and 48.2°F (9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 1 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Fossil, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 85°F (29.4°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Fossil to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 38°F (3.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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