Sequoia National Park, CA

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Sequoia National Park Giant Forest
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Today’s Forecast:

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69°F
High: 69° | Low: 34°
Current Temperature
Station: D0117
Observed at: 3:50 pm CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 57%
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Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued November 13 at 10:30AM PST until November 17 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Hanford CA (Expires: November 17, 2026 6:00 am)
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Description: * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Widespread Moderate Impacts with total snow accumulations up to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Sierra Nevada above 6,000 feet. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Instructions: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

This Afternoon:Rain before 4pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy. High near 44, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Tonight:Showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, then rain likely between 10pm and 3am, then snow likely between 3am and 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. West northwest wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Saturday:Mostly sunny. High near 42, with temperatures falling to around 40 in the afternoon. Wind chill values as low as 31. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.

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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Fair
  63 /100

Fair for hiking. High near 42°F. Low rain risk (3%). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 79/100
Ideal conditions for hiking. Comfortable temperature (high near 45°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

⛺ Camping

Fair
  63 /100

Fair for camping. High near 42°F. Low rain risk (3%). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 83/100
Ideal conditions for camping. Comfortable temperature (high near 45°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Not Recommended
  18 /100

Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 42°F. Low rain risk (3%). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures outside comfort limits (42°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 20/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 45°F. Temperatures outside comfort limits (45°F).

🛷 Sledding / Snowshoeing

Fair
  63 /100

Fair for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 42°F. Low rain risk (3%). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Fair 60/100
Ideal conditions for sledding / snowshoeing. Comfortable temperature (high near 45°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

About Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park is an outdoor-planning page for Giant Forest, Mineral King approaches, and Generals Highway. It has a distinct purpose centered on large elevation changes, snow, smoke, thunderstorms, and mountain roads, with the forecast used to choose the safest and most comfortable version of the day.

Make the Most of a Sequoia National Park Day

Start by comparing conditions across Giant Forest, Moro Rock, and the rest of the coverage area. Choose among hiking, camping, outdoor events based on wind, precipitation, temperature, visibility, water or trail conditions, road access, smoke, and available daylight.

Weather Tips for Sequoia National Park

  • Conditions around Giant Forest, Mineral King approaches, and Generals Highway can differ sharply from nearby towns; large elevation changes, snow, smoke, thunderstorms, and mountain roads are the main planning variables.
  • For camping, confirm overnight lows, wind, precipitation, fire restrictions, campground access, and how quickly shelter or services can be reached.
  • Check elevation-specific forecasts, snow and ice, chain controls, seasonal roads, cold nights, thunderstorms, wildfire smoke, and shoulder-season closures.
  • Check current road, trail, ramp, campground, and park alerts before relying on a remote access point.

Nearby Towns and Areas

This page covers Giant Forest, Mineral King approaches, and Generals Highway. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:

  • Giant Forest
  • Moro Rock
  • Lodgepole
  • Crescent Meadow
  • Mineral King
  • Three Rivers
  • Generals Highway

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of Sequoia National Park rather than forcing one itinerary. A shorter route, earlier launch, sheltered shoreline, lower-elevation trail, or town-based backup can preserve the day when conditions change.

7-Day Forecast for Sequoia National Park

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69°F
High: 69° | Low: 34°
Current Temperature
Station: D0117
Observed at: 3:50 pm CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 57%
Fri ⛈
44° 34°
100%
Sat ⛅
42° 37°
3%
Sun ⛅
47° 36°
0%
Mon ❄
40° 31°
81%
Tue ❄
35° 27°
36%
Wed ❄
37° 31°
84%
Thu ❄
36° 26°
67%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

44° Fri 42° Sat 47° Sun 40° Mon 35° Tue 37° Wed 36° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

34° Fri 37° Sat 36° Sun 31° Mon 27° Tue 31° Wed 26° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 3 Fri 20 Sat 20 Sun 18 Mon 19 Tue 18 Wed 19 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 13, 2026 9:30 pm CST

Sequoia National Park Weather by Season

Winter

At Sequoia National Park, deep snow, avalanche terrain, closed roads, and limited services define winter access. Many trailheads are unreachable, and clear skies do not remove cold-night, ice, or high-elevation hazards.

Spring

Around Giant Forest, Mineral King approaches, and Generals Highway, spring remains wintry in the high country, with snow-covered trails, runoff, muddy lower approaches, and roads opening gradually. Shoulder-season plans should stay flexible around snowpack and overnight freezes.

Summer

For large elevation changes, snow, smoke, thunderstorms, and mountain roads, summer is the main access season, with intense high-elevation sun, cold nights, snowmelt crossings, and afternoon thunderstorms. Wildfire smoke and fire restrictions can alter routes or close backcountry areas.

Fall

Near Giant Forest and the surrounding area, early fall can be stable and clear, but freezing nights and early snow arrive quickly. Passes, campgrounds, and seasonal roads may close with little relation to conditions in nearby valleys.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Warmest months: July and August.
  • Coolest months: December through March.
  • Wettest season: November through April, primarily snow.
  • Driest season: July through September.
  • Best outdoor window: Mid-July through September after snow retreat and before sustained winter weather.