Mount St. Helens, Washington, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Mount St. Helens, Washington, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Mount St. Helens, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Mount St. Helens, Washington, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Mount St. Helens, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Mount St. Helens, Washington, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Mount St. Helens, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly product.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often get worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Mount St. Helens, Washington, United States of America by month

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January

If you visit Mount St. Helens during January, you will probably notice that it is pretty cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain or snow/sleet about two thirds of the time.

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February

If you are traveling to Mount St. Helens in February, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain or snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).

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March

If you visit Mount St. Helens during March, you might notice that it is crisp. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.

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April

In April, Mount St. Helens is relatively cool. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 60s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Mount St. Helens, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

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May

If you go to Mount St. Helens in May, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 10s C).

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June

In June, Mount St. Helens is balmy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) and sometimes jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Mount St. Helens, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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July

July here is warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.

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August

August for Mount St. Helens is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.

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September

Traveling to Mount St. Helens in September, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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October

October in Mount St. Helens is chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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November

November in Mount St. Helens is brisk. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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December

If you are traveling to Mount St. Helens in December, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain or snow most days. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).

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Activities for Mount St. Helens, Washington, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Mount St. Helens.

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