Geography of Pinnacles National Park
Geography of Pinnacles National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Pinnacles National Park
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park is 36 mi to the south-west, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is 42 mi to the west, Santa Clara County is 73 mi to the north-west and San Francisco International Airport is 102 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 36°29′26.2″N 121°10′57″W (36.4906, -121.1825)
Quick facts about Pinnacles National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°29′26.2″N 121°10′57″W (36.4906, -121.1825) |
| Established | 2013 |
| Known for | volcanic spires and California condors |
| Local time | 11:15 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Pinnacles National Park is a national park in California. Pinnacles National Park is a US national park known for volcanic spires and California condors.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Pinnacles National Park with clear sky. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 46°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Pinnacles National Park is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 102 mi away. Nearby highlights include Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is 7.7°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Pinnacles National Park today at 10/10. 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 Pinnacles National Park 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 | 59° | 41° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 59° | 42° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 64° | 45° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 46° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 50° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 85° | 57° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 91° | 62° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 91° | 63° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 84° | 58° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 78° | 53° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 65° | 46° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 61° | 44° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pinnacles National Park?
Pinnacles National Park is a national park in California. Its coordinates are 36.4906, -121.1825. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Pinnacles National Park right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 46% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Pinnacles National Park?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Pinnacles National Park, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Pinnacles National Park in?
Pinnacles National Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 11:15 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Pinnacles National Park?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 102 mi away and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 236 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Pinnacles National Park?
Popular options include Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, Half Dome and Yosemite National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 October 27, 2026 at 11:15 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
