The autumn sees a temperature decrease and rise in precipitation. Snow can appear in the high country as early as late September. Rain and wind occurs along the lower elevations, including the rain forest valleys and beaches by late October. The mountain elevations begin to experience freezing temperatures. In other portions of the peninsula, temperatures rarely drop below freezing, except during the night. If visiting during the autumn, always check the current road, campground, and trail conditions. Some campgrounds and roads begin to close for the winter months during this time.