Sierra National Forest

Sierra National Forest Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in October.

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North Fork Oakhurst Bass Lake Shaver Lake

Planning a trip to Sierra National Forest, the United States of America this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Sierra National Forest in October

Sierra National Forest, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Sierra National Forest generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Shaver Lake at 19°C (66°F) and warm in Oakhurst at 25°C (77°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Oakhurst and 7°C (45°F) in Shaver Lake.

To explore the conditions in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Oakhurst with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Bass Lake with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in October. North Fork typically receives 301 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Sierra National Forest by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sierra National Forest - and find the best time to visit. (based on North Fork)

January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March16°C (61°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly35°C (95°F) August34°C (93°F) September32°C (90°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sierra National Forest in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sierra National Forest.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Sierra National Forest

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Sierra National Forest (October)

Precipitation variation in Sierra National Forest (October)

North Fork

In October North Fork generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
340 hours
301 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in North Fork →

Oakhurst

In October Oakhurst generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
25°C (77°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
340 hours
301 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Oakhurst →

Bass Lake

In October Bass Lake generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
340 hours
301 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Bass Lake →

Shaver Lake

In October Shaver Lake generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
340 hours
301 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sierra National Forest, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sierra National Forest in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
North Fork 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Oakhurst 25°C (77°F) 10°C (50°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Bass Lake 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Shaver Lake 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

Sierra National Forest weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in October?

Sierra National Forest, the United States of America typically experiences excellent weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in North Fork average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in October?

North Fork averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Sierra National Forest, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America. North Fork averages only about 49 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Sierra National Forest, the United States of America with overall excellent weather in North Fork. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May and October provide excellent weather in North Fork. The weather in July, August and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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