Gearhart, as previously mentioned, is situated in the northwestern corner of Oregon in the county of Clatsop. It hugs the Pacific Coast and is surrounded by the picturesque sand dunes on either side. However, don’t be fooled by the dunes. Gearhart is very flat and is only 52 feet above sea level. Due to this geographical feature, it is very vulnerable to tsunamis. Don’t worry though. Tsunamis, although possible, are still quite rare in the Pacific Northwest.

The climate in Gearhart is mild and comfortable year round. During the warmest month of the year, July, you will see an average high temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit and an average low temperature of 52 degrees Fahrenheit. This is like a DREAM to anyone from the southern and eastern states! As for the coldest month of the year, December, you will see an average high temperature of 51 degrees Fahrenheit and an average low temperature of 38 degrees Fahrenheit. Thus, it is never too hot or too cold!

As for precipitation amounts, the Pacific Northwest is known for its large amounts of rain and especially during the fall and winter months. Gearhart receives, on average, 91 inches of rain every year. The wettest month is December with an average of 9 inches of rain. Many people ask if Gearhart receives a lot of snow because it is “up north”. Don’t be fooled into thinking that every northern location receives a lot of snow during the winter months. This is not true! Gearhart receives very little, if any, snow! The average snow accumulation per year in Gearhart is 0.3 inches. Can you find more perfect weather?