2,680 ft | Sandwich Range | 0 routes
As of August 29, 2026
Trail conditions on Potash Mountain are currently rated Good. It's 59°F (feels like 56°F) with NW winds at 10 mph. See the hour-by-hour Potash Mountain weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Potash Mountain weather forecast
Hourly summit temps, wind chill & freezing level, trailhead to summit
Feels like 56°F
~4°F drop per 1,000ft
Conditions summary as of August 29, 2026
Potash Mountain is in great shape for late August, with dry-ish trails, clear skies, and mild summit temperatures. No significant hazards are expected beyond typical rocky/root sections and possibly some lingering slippery rock from minor recent precipitation. This is a low-commitment, no-exposure hike well-suited for a relaxed outing.
Expect a mild ~4°F drop per 1,000 feet gained, with slightly stronger winds at the summit than the trailhead; a light long-sleeve layer is enough to handle the breeze at the top, and no freezing-level crossing is a concern on this hike.
Best Hiking Window
Saturday morning through early afternoon offers the most stable weather with 0% precipitation chance and comfortable temperatures; Friday evening light drizzle should clear out overnight.
Last synthesized Aug 29, 12:20 AM
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Trail: Mt. Potash Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
Trail: Mt. Potash Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“I was pleased that the forest road did not have high grass that may harbor ticks. I don't know if it was due to seasonal dieback or from mowing. There is no sign for the trail as it crosses this road. There are rock stairs on the right side of the road. The trail is a mix of easy hardwood forest path, wet ledges in the evergreen forest, a rock strewn section, and finally a steep ledge section near the summit. Fortunately, the steep ledges were mostly dry. These ledges may be difficult when wet or icy. The trail ends at a rock ledge with a great outlook including Mt Washington in the distance. I did not find any USGS marker. There is a WMNF wilderness stake in the woods near the summit. Nice talking with Jim from Boxborough MA and another hiker from Chester, NH.”
Trail: Downes Brook Trail, Mt. Potash Trail, UNH Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Leaves - Significant/Slippery
“The trails are in great condition, minor areas of mud that are easily avoidable. Great weather and incredible views.”
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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 | 64° 64° | 68° 63° | 62° 54° | 56° 53° | 62° 57° | 61° 59° | 63° 61° | 70° 64° | 65° 58° |
| Chill °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wind mph | 8 | 17 | 25 | 15 | 13 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 14 |
| Gust mph est. | 13 | 22 | 35 | 24 | 17 | 42 | 42 | 38 | 22 |
| Storm risk | high | high | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precipitation | |||||||||
| Precip in (rain/snow) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Freezing ft | 13,012 ft | 12,842 ft | 11,457 ft | ||||||
| Conditions | |||||||||
| Cloud cover | 98% | 100% | 1% | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Vis mi | 8 | 9 | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | 4 | 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 2,680 ft | 64/64° 8 | 53/56° 15 | 61/63° 26 |
| 2,500 ft | 64/64° 8 | 53/57° 15 | 61/64° 25 |
| Trailhead 2,000 ft | 65/66° 6 | 54/59° 12 | 62/66° 20 |
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.
No routes available for this peak.
Rising to 2,680 feet in the Sandwich Range of central New Hampshire, this rewarding moderate hike delivers outsized views relative to its elevation. The trail winds through pleasant hardwood and mixed forest before opening onto open ledges near the summit, where hikers are treated to sweeping panoramas of the surrounding Sandwich Range peaks and the Lakes Region to the south. The exposed rocky summit provides a genuine above-treeline feel uncommon for a peak of this modest height, making it a satisfying destination for hikers seeking open views without committing to a more strenuous alpine climb. As a member of the 52 With a View (52 WAV) peak list, it attracts peak baggers looking to combine accessibility with scenic reward. Its relatively straightforward approach and well-defined trail character make it an excellent choice for intermediate hikers exploring the less-traveled southern Whites.
Elevation
2,680 ft
Range
Sandwich Range
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
43.9821, -71.3909
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