Sequoia National Park in August
In August, Sequoia National Park averages a high of 76°F and a low of 44°F, with 0.1 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 189,000 people visit, the 2nd busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 13 hours 33 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 76° / 44°F
- Precipitation
- 0.1in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 33m
- Visitors
- 189,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: May (busy), June (busy) and October (busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Ash Mtn, CA at 1,708 ft averages a August high of 97°F and a low of 68°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Lodgepole, CA, 12.1 miles from the park's center, 6,735 ft. Second station lower down: Ash Mtn, CA, 1,708 ft, 14.7 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in August
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Canyon National Park | 76° / 44° | Very busy | Mild |
| Death Valley National Park | 116° / 89° | Busy | Very hot |
| Yosemite National Park | 89° / 57° | Very busy | Hot |
| Pinnacles National Park | 96° / 50° | Moderate | Very hot |
| Channel Islands National Park | 78° / 60° | Very busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Sequoia National Park on nps.gov
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