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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 | 7:48 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 57°F (14°C) in Half Dome with overcast. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 52°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
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, Lake Tahoe and Sequoia National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is in line with the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Half Dome today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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Coordinates: 37°44′45.2″N 119°31′59.5″W (37.7459, -119.5332)
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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 57°F (14°C) with overcast. Humidity is 30% and wind is 5 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 7:48 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, Lake Tahoe, Sequoia National Park, Mount Whitney and Pinnacles National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 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 25, 2026 at 7:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
