Geography of Mount Whitney
Geography of Mount Whitney: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Mount Whitney
Sequoia National Park is 16 mi to the south-west, Kings Canyon National Park is 26 mi to the north-west, Death Valley National Park is 76 mi to the east and Half Dome is 106 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 36°34′42.6″N 118°17′32.3″W (36.5785, -118.2923)
Quick facts about Mount Whitney
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°34′42.6″N 118°17′32.3″W (36.5785, -118.2923) |
| Elevation | 14.505 ft |
| Known for | the highest point in the lower 48 |
| Local time | 3:49 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Mount Whitney is a mountain in California. Mount Whitney is a mountain known as the highest point in the lower 48. It sits at 14.505 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 35°F (2°C) in Mount Whitney with overcast. It feels like 28°F. Today runs from 35°F to 49°F. Chance of precipitation is 11%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Mount Whitney is June, July and August. The climate is polar. February, March and November tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 50°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 1°F.
The closest major airport is Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), about 178 mi away. Nearby highlights include Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Death Valley National Park and Half Dome.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 49°F is in line with the 48°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Mount Whitney today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Mount Whitney month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16° | 1° | 3,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 15° | 1° | 7,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 19° | 4° | 4,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 20° | 5° | 1,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 29° | 15° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 44° | 27° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 50° | 33° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 48° | 32° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 41° | 26° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 35° | 20° | 0,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 23° | 8° | 4,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 21° | 6° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Whitney?
Mount Whitney is a mountain in California. Its coordinates are 36.5785, -118.2923. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mount Whitney right now?
It is currently 35°F (2°C) with overcast. Humidity is 45% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mount Whitney?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Whitney, which has a polar climate. February, March and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mount Whitney in?
Mount Whitney observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 3:49 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Mount Whitney?
The closest airports are Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 178 mi away, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 182 mi away and San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 236 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mount Whitney?
Popular options include Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Death Valley National Park, Half Dome, Yosemite National Park and Pinnacles National Park.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 3:49 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
