Lassen Volcanic National Park in October
In October, Lassen Volcanic National Park averages a high of 59°F and a low of 33°F, with 2.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 44,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (moderate). Days are 11 hours 03 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 59° / 33°F
- Precipitation
- 2.7in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 11h 3m
- Visitors
- 44,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
October is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with moderate crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Burney, CA at 3,198 ft averages a October high of 68°F and a low of 30°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Manzanita Lake, CA, 9.5 miles from the park's center, 5,750 ft. Second station lower down: Burney, CA, 3,198 ft, 29.5 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood National Park | 63° / 45° | Moderate | Mild |
| Crater Lake National Park | 51° / 30° | Quiet | Cool |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | 62° / 49° | Very busy | Mild |
| Golden Gate National Recreation Area | 76° / 50° | Busy | Mild |
| San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park | 70° / 54° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Lassen Volcanic National Park on nps.gov
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