Mount Duckabush facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Duckabush |
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Mount Duckabush seen from Mount Skokomish
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 6,254 ft (1,906 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 1,250 ft (380 m) |
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 Mount Duckabush
Location in Washington (state)
Mount Duckabush
Location in the United States
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| Parent range | Olympic Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Mount Duckabush |
Mount Duckabush is a tall mountain peak in Washington state. It stands at 6,254-foot (1,906 m) (about 1,906 meters) high. You can find it inside Olympic National Park, which is part of the Olympic Mountains. The Duckabush River starts its journey from the northwest slopes of Mount Duckabush.
Weather and Climate Around Mount Duckabush
Mount Duckabush is located in a special climate zone called the marine west coast climate. This is part of western North America. This type of climate means the area gets a lot of rain, especially in winter.
How Weather Forms Here
Most of the weather that affects Mount Duckabush comes from the Pacific Ocean. Large weather systems, called weather fronts, travel northeast towards the Olympic Mountains. When these fronts reach the tall mountains, the air is forced to rise. As the air goes higher, it cools down. This cooling causes the moisture in the air to turn into rain or snow. This process is known as Orographic lift.
Seasons in the Olympic Mountains
Because of this orographic lift, the Olympic Mountains get a lot of rain and snow. This is especially true during the colder winter months. In winter, the sky is often cloudy. However, during the summer, a high-pressure system often forms over the Pacific Ocean. This system brings clear skies and less cloud cover to the mountains.
