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The California Tunnel Tree, a Giant Sequoia in Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park
The California Tunnel Tree, a Giant Sequoia in Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park - Sanjay ach, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Today’s Forecast:

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43°F
High: 51° | Low: 27°
Current Temperature
Station: WWNC1
Observed at: 5:51 pm CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 2 mph | Humidity: 90%
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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)
Show Alert Details & Instructions
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:Showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy. High near 51, with temperatures falling to around 44 in the afternoon. South southeast wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Tonight:Showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then rain between 7pm and 4am. Mostly cloudy. Low around 27, with temperatures rising to around 31 overnight. Wind chill values as low as 31. West wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Saturday:Mostly sunny. High near 53, with temperatures falling to around 47 in the afternoon. West wind 0 to 5 mph.

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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Fair
  65 /100

Fair for hiking. High near 53°F. Slight chance of thunderstorms.

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Ideal conditions for hiking. Comfortable temperature (high near 56°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

⛺ Camping

Fair
  65 /100

Fair for camping. High near 53°F. Slight chance of thunderstorms.

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Marginal weather factor
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Ideal conditions for camping. Comfortable temperature (high near 56°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Fair
  63 /100

Fair for outdoor events / activities. High near 53°F. 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 outdoor events / activities. Comfortable temperature (high near 56°F), light wind, and clear forecast.

About Wawona & Mariposa Grove

Wawona & Mariposa Grove is an outdoor-planning page for southern Yosemite entrance, Wawona, and the giant sequoia grove. It has a distinct purpose centered on southern park access, sequoia trails, elevation, smoke, and congestion, with the forecast used to choose the safest and most comfortable version of the day.

Make the Most of a Wawona & Mariposa Grove Day

Start by comparing conditions across Wawona, Mariposa Grove, 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 Wawona & Mariposa Grove

  • Conditions around southern Yosemite entrance, Wawona, and the giant sequoia grove can differ sharply from nearby towns; southern park access, sequoia trails, elevation, smoke, and congestion 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.
  • Crowds and parking can narrow the useful weather window, so arrive early and keep a lower-commitment nearby option.

Nearby Towns and Areas

This page covers southern Yosemite entrance, Wawona, and the giant sequoia grove. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:

  • Wawona
  • Mariposa Grove
  • South Entrance
  • Chilnualna Falls
  • Fish Camp
  • Glacier Point Road
  • Oakhurst

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of Wawona & Mariposa Grove 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 Wawona & Mariposa Grove

🌤
43°F
High: 51° | Low: 27°
Current Temperature
Station: WWNC1
Observed at: 5:51 pm CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 2 mph | Humidity: 90%
Fri ⛈
51° 27°
100%
Sat ⛅
53° 29°
0%
Sun ⛅
56° 31°
3%
Mon 🌧
47° 22°
92%
Tue 🌧
47° 21°
17%
Wed ❄
45° 25°
92%
Thu ❄
45° 19°
57%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

51° Fri 53° Sat 56° Sun 47° Mon 47° Tue 45° Wed 45° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

27° Fri 29° Sat 31° Sun 22° Mon 21° Tue 25° Wed 19° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 14 Fri 85 Sat 100 Sun 18 Mon 20 Tue 18 Wed 19 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 13, 2026 9:52 pm CST

Wawona & Mariposa Grove Weather by Season

Winter

At Wawona & Mariposa Grove, winter brings rain at lower approaches and snow or ice higher up, with chain controls and seasonal facilities. Shaded forest paths can remain slick long after a storm.

Spring

Around southern Yosemite entrance, Wawona, and the giant sequoia grove, spring brings runoff, green forests, cool mornings, and gradually improving access. Snow and mud can linger at higher groves and roads while lower trailheads are already warm.

Summer

For southern park access, sequoia trails, elevation, smoke, and congestion, summer offers broad access but also strong sun, warm afternoons, thunderstorms, smoke, crowds, and fire restrictions. Cold nights remain possible at elevation.

Fall

Near Wawona and the surrounding area, early fall is often comfortable for hiking and camping, followed by freezing nights and early snow. Seasonal services and roads may close as conditions shift.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Warmest months: July and August.
  • Coolest months: December through February.
  • Wettest season: November through April.
  • Driest season: July through September.
  • Best outdoor window: Late spring and early fall for hiking, camping, and grove visits.