3,198 ft | Sandwich Range | 0 routes
As of August 29, 2026
Trail conditions on Mount Paugus are currently rated Good. It's 58°F (feels like 52°F) with NW winds at 13 mph. See the hour-by-hour Mount Paugus weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Mount Paugus weather forecast
Hourly summit temps, wind chill & freezing level, trailhead to summit
Feels like 52°F
~4°F drop per 1,000ft
Conditions summary as of August 29, 2026
Mount Paugus is offering pleasant late-summer conditions with clear skies, mild temperatures, and no significant precipitation in the past 24 hours. Trails are likely to have minor mud or wet rock in spots per recent reports, but nothing hazardous. Winds are breezy but manageable given the fully wooded, non-exposed nature of this peak.
Expect temperatures to drop roughly 4°F from trailhead to summit, with winds increasing noticeably at higher elevations (up to 28 mph); a light windbreaker or extra layer is advisable for the summit even though the peak stays below treeline.
Best Hiking Window
Saturday and Sunday, early morning to early afternoon offer the most stable weather with lowest precipitation chances
Last synthesized Aug 29, 12:20 AM
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Trail: Bolles Trail, bushwhack, Bickford Trail, Brook Trail, Liberty Trail, Westside Trail, Piper Trail, Middle Sister Trail, Champney Falls Cutoff, Champney Falls Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“A beautiful day with no wind and perfect temps to hang out on the summits. I only saw a handful of people out throughout the 13.5 miles and 4,100’. It took me 6 hours with long summit breaks. I hit the whack from the hol on Bolles and got lost in thick spruce, might not have found the jar without gps. Surprisingly nice views from ledges once I made my way there. Easier coming back. After summiting Chocorua I had planned to go down Beeline trail, but the top of Brook trail was indeed terrifying to think of descending, and there were passing showers in between sunshine. The rock was a bit slippery in the shade, but dry at the top. I decided to take Champney down, which I was able to run most of, it’s such a moderate grade. I stopped at Pitcher Falls too which was lovely.”
Trail: Old Mast Road, Kelly Trail, Lawrence Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“Excellent first time hike to Mt Paugus. Kelly Trail is very interesting with many water features and box canyon. Views for days on the ledges of Paugus. This is 50 or 51 of the 52wav. Have to check the records. Plenty of water sources on Kelly and Lawrence Trail running nice and cold.saw what i think was my first scarlet tanger drinking from the stream.”
Trail: Old Paugus Trail, Bee Line, Bee Line Cutoff, Bolles Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Leaves - Significant/Slippery, Snow/Ice - Postholes
“Quiet day in the Sandwich Range with excellent views from Paugus. Important to exit the gorge on Old Paugus at the rock that resembles a step. Glad I didn’t miss it! The tricky ledge scramble on OP could be avoided by a side path to the right. Above the ledges OP was like walking in a little stream bed. Minor snow near the summit cone but no need for traction today. Trails weren’t too hard for o follow despite very few blazes. Moose scat near intersection with Bee Line.”
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Friday Aug 28 | Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 | |||||||
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| AM | PM | night | AM | PM | night | AM | PM | night | |
| Temperature & Wind | |||||||||
| Weather | cloudy | cloudy | sunny | sunny | cloudy | cloudy | cloudy | drizzle | cloudy |
| Temp °F hi / lo | 63° 62° | 66° 61° | 60° 53° | 54° 51° | 60° 55° | 59° 57° | 61° 59° | 68° 62° | 63° 57° |
| Chill °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wind mph | 10 | 17 | 24 | 15 | 14 | 30 | 30 | 24 | 22 |
| Gust mph est. | 16 | 24 | 37 | 24 | — | 38 | 48 | — | — |
| Storm risk | high | high | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precipitation | |||||||||
| Precip in (rain/snow) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Freezing ft | 13,035 ft | 12,876 ft | 11,338 ft | ||||||
| Conditions | |||||||||
| Cloud cover | 98% | 100% | 1% | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Vis mi | 8 | 8 | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear |
| UV | 4 | 7 | — | 5 | 7 | — | 4 | 5 | — |
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| Elevation | Friday Aug 28 | Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| lo/hi °F · wind mph & dir · chill °F | |||
| Summit 3,198 ft | 62/63° 10 | 51/54° 15 | 59/61° 30 |
| 2,500 ft | 64/64° 9 | 53/57° 15 | 61/64° 26 |
| Trailhead 2,000 ft | 65/66° 7 | 54/59° 12 | 62/66° 21 |
4 more days of forecast — plan around the weather window, not just tomorrow.
Conditions synthesized from: NWS Higher Summits Forecast, NOAA Open-Meteo, Mount Washington Observatory, NETC Trip Reports, NOHRSC Snow Depth, Mt. Washington Avalanche Center, USGS Stream Levels, OpenWeather Air Quality.
AI-generated from public data. Always verify conditions before heading out — backcountry weather can change quickly.
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Rising to 3,198 feet in the Sandwich Range of central New Hampshire, this rugged peak offers a rewarding but challenging experience for those willing to earn their summit. The mountain features densely forested trails with rocky, rooted terrain that demands careful footing throughout the ascent. While largely wooded at the top, partial viewpoints along the route provide glimpses of the surrounding Sandwich Range peaks and the Lakes Region below. As part of the 52 With a View list, the mountain delivers the scenic payoff that defines that collection. Its remote character means fewer crowds than nearby 4,000-footers, appealing to hikers seeking a quieter backcountry experience. The difficult rating reflects sustained elevation gain and trail roughness rather than technical climbing. Located within the White Mountain National Forest, the peak is typically approached via multi-mile trail networks connecting it to neighboring summits.
Elevation
3,198 ft
Range
Sandwich Range
Difficulty
Difficult
Coordinates
43.9463, -71.3280
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