2,001 ft | Belknap | 2 routes
As of October 17, 2026
Trail conditions on Mount Klem are currently rated Moderate. At 3:20 AM ET it was 36°F at the summit (2,001 ft), feeling like 26°F, with WNW winds at 16 mph. The shortest of 2 listed routes is Klem and Mack Loop from Woods Road: a 6.6-mile loop with 1,336 ft of elevation gain, taking about 3-5 hours. See the hour-by-hour Mount Klem weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Feels like 26°F
Conditions summary as of October 17, 2026
Cold, dry, and clear conditions with breezy WNW winds gusting to the mid-30s to low 40s mph, making it feel near 26°F at the summit, with a wind chill near 11°F possible in the strongest gusts. Morning temperatures start near freezing, so expect frosty or icy patches on the trail, with better conditions as the day warms. Late-October daylight is limited, so start early and plan to finish well before dark.
Trailhead and summit are nearly identical in elevation (about 2,000 ft), so conditions barely change; the freezing level is at or above the trail early, meaning frost and ice are possible throughout. Layer for the cold, windy start and be ready to shed a layer once moving and warming up.
Best Hiking Window
Saturday late morning through early afternoon, after frost has softened and temperatures have warmed. Sunday offers the best overall conditions with clear skies and lighter precipitation risk.
Last synthesized Oct 17, 3:20 AM ET
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29°F
Summit low
Microspikes
Summit lows near 29°F, so expect ice on rock and the upper trail.
10h 52m
Daylight
Headlamp
Sunset around 5:56 PM, so a late start or a slow descent ends in the dark.
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Conditions synthesized from: NWS Higher Summits Forecast, NOAA Open-Meteo, Mount Washington Observatory, NETC Trip Reports, NOHRSC Snow Depth.
Rising to 2,001 feet in the Belknap Range of central New Hampshire, this modest summit sits among the rolling hills overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee and the surrounding Lakes Region. As one of the Belknap 12 peaks, it draws hikers seeking to complete this popular regional challenge. The trails leading to the summit wind through mixed hardwood and conifer forest, offering a pleasant woodland hiking experience characteristic of the lower Belknap peaks. While largely forested, clearings and open areas can provide glimpses of the surrounding landscape and nearby summits within the range. The moderate rating makes it accessible to hikers with a reasonable level of fitness, and it pairs well with other Belknap 12 peaks in the area for those looking to combine summits in a single outing. Its elevation just cresting 2,000 feet gives it a satisfying distinction within this compact and hiker-friendly range.
Elevation
2,001 ft
Range
Belknap
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
43.5124, -71.3344
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AI-generated from public data. Always verify conditions before heading out — backcountry weather can change quickly.