Cannon Beach in September
Great time to visit
September is arguably the best month to visit - summer weather persists while crowds thin out after Labor Day. Locals call it their secret season.
Weather
September offers the best of both worlds with temperatures still hitting 20°C and only 5 rainy days. Kids are back in school, so you get summer weather with fewer families. Ocean temperature stays around 13°C from summer warming.
20°C high11°C low5 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$200/day average
September Tips
- •Labor Day weekend is still crazy busy, then it calms down
- •Perfect month for photography with great light and fewer people
- •Restaurants extend happy hours as tourist season winds down
All Months
Summer means crowds but also the most reliable weather. July and August see temperatures in the mid-60s to low 70s — perfect for beach walks but you'll still want a jacket for evening. This is peak season, so book accommodations months ahead.
September might be the secret best time to visit. The weather stays mild, but families have gone back to school. Hotel rates drop significantly after Labor Day. You'll actually be able to take photos of Haystack Rock without strangers in the background.
Winter storms create dramatic wave action that photographers love. The Stephanie Inn's storm watching packages include wine and cheese while you watch waves crash from your room. Just don't expect much beach time — temperatures hover in the 40s and rain is constant.
Spring can be hit or miss. May brings wildflowers to the headlands, but also unpredictable weather. One day might be sunny and 65, the next rainy and 50.
Cannon Beach Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
9/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
5/10
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