Geography of Half Dome
Geography of Half Dome: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Half Dome
Kings Canyon National Park is 80 mi to the south-east, Emerald Bay State Park is 89 mi to the north, Lake Tahoe is 97 mi to the north and Nevada is 99 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 37°44′45.2″N 119°31′59.5″W (37.7459, -119.5332)
Quick facts about Half Dome
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| National park | Yosemite National Park |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°44′45.2″N 119°31′59.5″W (37.7459, -119.5332) |
| Elevation | 8.839 ft |
| Known for | a granite dome above Yosemite Valley |
| Local time | 4:56 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Summary
Half Dome is a mountain in Yosemite National Park. Half Dome is a mountain known as a granite dome above Yosemite Valley. It sits at 8.839 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 41°F (5°C) in Half Dome with clear. It feels like 33°F. Today runs from 36°F to 51°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Half Dome is June, July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 12°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 156 mi away. Nearby highlights include Kings Canyon National Park, Emerald Bay State Park, Sequoia National Park and Mount Whitney.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for September. The forecast high of 51°F is 13.3°F below the 64°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Half Dome 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 Half Dome 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 | 40° | 12° | 3,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 38° | 12° | 8,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 42° | 16° | 6,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 45° | 18° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 56° | 27° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 69° | 39° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 74° | 45° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 73° | 44° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 64° | 38° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 30° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 45° | 20° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 18° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Half Dome?
Half Dome is a mountain in Yosemite National Park. Its coordinates are 37.7459, -119.5332. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Half Dome right now?
It is currently 41°F (5°C) with clear. Humidity is 51% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Half Dome?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Half Dome, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Half Dome in?
Half Dome observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 4:56 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Half Dome?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 156 mi away, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 268 mi away and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 270 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Half Dome?
Popular options include Kings Canyon National Park, Emerald Bay State Park, Sequoia National Park, Mount Whitney, Pinnacles National Park and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.
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Data sources and methodology
| 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 September 18, 2026 at 4:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
