The autumn sees a temperature decrease and rise in precipitation. Snow can appear in the high country as early as late September. Rain and wind occurs along the lower elevations, including the rain forest valleys and beaches by late October. The mountain elevations begin to experience freezing temperatures.
In other portions of the peninsula, temperatures rarely drop below freezing, except during the night. If visiting during the autumn, always check the current road, campground, and trail conditions. Some campgrounds and roads begin to close for the winter months during this time. The months of July and August are the most popular times of year for visitors to Olympic.
Depending on elevations and location, temperatures tend to be mild to warm, but can still vary drastically by at least 10 degrees. Rain is always a possibility and hikers need to always be prepared for thunderstorms, especially in the higher elevations. Despite sunny conditions, fog can persist along the coastal strip and inhibit visibility. Always check the current weather forecast, trail conditions and campground status before visiting. The most accurate weather forecast in your city, or wherever you are now.
On WeatherIn.net you will always know the forecast for today, tomorrow, the next 3 days, a week or 10 days. Here you will find information on changes in temperature during the day, precipitation and atmospheric pressure, wind speed, daylight hours and other meteorological data. A detailed weather forecast has been compiled by professional Norwegian weather forecasters and is updated every hour. A winter storm warning will be in effect until 10 p.m. Thursday for the Los Angeles County mountains, excluding the Santa Monica range, with the National Weather Service anticipating snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches above 4,500 feet, down to a dusting for elevations around 3,000 feet.
The snowy conditions will be joined by southwest winds of 20 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph. The campground sits at an elevation of 5,840 feet, surrounded by Jeffery pines, scrub oaks and manzanita. The Angeles National Forest spans 694,187 acres over most of the San Gabriel Mountain range in southern California.
Elevations here range from 1,200 to 10,000 feet, from the low canyon lands to the snow-capped mountain peaks. Periods of moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds were expected, and additional snow accumulations from 4 to 8 inches were forecast for elevations above 4,000 feet, down to a dusting for elevations around 2,500 feet. The left side shows the number of days per month a specific weather station reported average winds greater than 15, 20, and 25 miles per hour.
The Right side shows the percentage of time that the weather station reported a specific wind direction for the highlighted month. As fires continue to rage across much of the state, the Forest Service has announced it is temporarily closing national forests as extreme heat, wind and dry conditions continue. Several trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding can be accessed from the campground. This includes a connector trail to the Pacific Crest Trail . The PCT stretches from Mexico all the way north to Canada. Within the Angeles Forest, the impressive trail covers 176 miles of its lengthy journey.
The Angeles National Forest covers 700,000 acres of Southern California and includes more than 500 miles of trails dozens of campgrounds. With elevations in the forest ranging from 1,200 up to more than 10,000 feet, there are still opportunities to see some snow! For a day-hike in both the sunshine and shade, hike to the popular Sturtevant Falls from the Chantry Flat Picnic Area.
Stretching 28.8 miles through the heart of Angeles National Forest, the Gabrielino Trail covers not only some of the most popular areas, but also some of the most remote. And not only is it a beautiful hike, but it's also got historical significance. Today you can enjoy the Gabrielino Trail as a backpacking trip or an ambitious day hike. The forest is between 1,200 to 10,064 ft, so the conditions can vary.
Find a location near where your hike is and go from there. Good resources include the NOAA website, Mountain Forecast, and DarkSky. Weather continued to be an impediment for those volunteers. Friday, March 12, because of the worsening weather conditions. A thunderstorm that developed Friday afternoon also impaired some search crews, who were 2,000 feet up from the effort's command post at Newcomb's Ranch and exposed on ridgelines.
Friday, the forecast called for partly cloudy skies with a 20 percent chance of showers and winds around 15 mph in the afternoon. Angeles Crest Christian Camp is in the middle of the Angeles National Forest at an elevation of 6,000 feet so the weather can change dramatically depending on the time of year. Typically, during the summer season it can be hot and dry with temperatures in the 80 to 90 degree range. In the winter season we often have low temperatures and even snow at camp depending on the weather pattern.
By the time any storm cells pass the Olympic Mountains, most of the moisture has been released. While precipitation still occurs, the amounts are considerably lower. Located in Port Angeles, the Olympic National Park Headquarters only averages inches a year. This decrease in rainfall impacts the type of ecosystems present on the east side of the park.
While the western sections are dominated by temperate rain forests, the eastern slope possesses dryer lowland forests. Professional Meteorologist Forecasts include a detailed wind forecast, or briefing, by a WeatherFlow meteorologist. Bullet points detail areas of interest or concerns that the meteorologist has that could impact the winds for the day. In contrast to the Computer Forecast Table, which was produced solely by a computer, the Pro Forecast forecast table was handcrafted by the meteorologist and reflects his or her expertise and local knowledge. The Pro Forecasts also include an Extended Discussion which provides a forecast for the upcoming conditions for the region over the next three days.
A cooling trend will begin Saturday, and by Monday highs will be in the 70s and 80s. A heat advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service until 9 p.m. Hot and dry weather is expected to reach near 103 with humidity levels down to 20 percent. Gusty southwest winds are expected in the afternoon and evening. Visit the National Weather Service online for updates. Dry weather is expected to return by Friday night and continue through the weekend.
The storm system dropped nearly three-quarters of inch of rain in Culver City and more than a half-inch in downtown Los Angeles, Hawthorne and Los Angeles International Airport, according to the NWS. Most valley areas received between a third- and half-inch of rain overnight, while snow fell in some mountain areas, including 5 inches on Mount Wilson. Mt Wilson, at 5,712 feet, is the peak with all the radio towers that sits behind the LA skyline.
It's not the tallest peak in LA, but it's a great hike with a fun summit. This hike starts at Chantry Flat, which gives you a gentler climb to the Mt Wilson summit, a trailhead store, bathrooms, and great views of LA on the way down. It's a fun hike and a good long hike for beginners. For a quick mountain fix without driving into the mountains, try the Potato Mountain hike, right at the beginning of Angeles National Forest.
It's a moderate climb through some beautiful oak forests. The hike ends at the Potato Mountain summit, which offers views of the high peaks in Angeles NF, including Mt Baldy. And of course, there are the potatoes that everyone decorates and brings to the summit. It's a fun hike that especially great for beginners who want to train or get a taste for the bigger mountain peaks. Peak winds are expected to reach between 60 to 70 mph overnight in the mountains, about 50 to 60 mph in the valleys and 40 to 50 mph across the Los Angeles coast from Malibu to Hollywood.
Although rain fell seemingly throughout the night in some parts of the basin, as of early Monday morning the National Weather Service indicated that most of Los Angeles County had received less than an inch of precipitation. But the isolated showers expected into Monday evening might change that. However, last week's winter storms brought rain, hail and — especially in the mountains — snow to L.A. When Avakian's car was located in the Buckhorn Day Use Area on Thursday afternoon last week, at least 12 inches of snow had fallen in the area in just the previous night.
That's because a high-pressure ridge is forecast to build over the area, bringing northerly offshore winds that heat up and dry out the air as they travel downhill and squeeze through mountain passes, Dumas said. The winds probably won't be strong enough to prompt advisories, but they will cut off the afternoon sea breeze that usually mitigates the heat from earlier in the day, particularly in coastal areas, he said. Wednesday, the storm system dropped nearly three-quarters of inch of rain in Culver City and more than a half-inch in downtown Los Angeles, Hawthorne and Los Angeles International Airport, according to the NWS.
This table gives the weather forecast for Strawberry Peak at the specific elevation of 1879 m. Our advanced weather models allow us to provide distinct weather forecasts for several elevations of Strawberry Peak. To see the weather forecasts for the other elevations, use the tab navigation above the table. For a wider overview of the weather, consult the Weather Map of California.
Road conditions throughout the Angeles National Forest - San Gabriel Mountains National Monument can change suddenly due to weather conditions or fire activity. For the most current information, contact a local Forest Service office before visiting the Forest. A fire weather watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. The Dam Fire has burned approximately 220 acres with 65 percent containment. Today, firefighters are aware of the potential for fire growth due to high temperatures, low humidity, and potential for high winds in the afternoon. Fire activity is expected to be minimal with crews continuing to establish containment lines and reinforce existing lines.
Our resources are at the ready should the fire attempt to grow in size. Warm, dry and breezy conditions are expected today. Temperatures will climb into the 80s to low 90s, with afternoon humidity in the upper-teens and breezy southwest winds. A slight chance of thunderstorms will continue through the day, and snow was falling at levels down to 2,500 feet.
This Strawberry Peak hike offers a ton of great scenery in a relatively short distance. You wind around a ridge on Mt Lawlor with spectacular views, then do a short but tough climb to Strawberry Peak, the highest point in the front range of the San Gabriels at 6,164ft. You'll earn great views of LA, Mt Wilson, and Mt Baldy. It's a fun hike on its own, but even more attractive if you want to get a mountain climb in to build confidence for the higher peaks in the area. Don't let the shorter distance fool you; the hike to Jones Peak from the Bailey Canyon Trail is a tough one. The climb up through Bailey Canyon features steep canyon walls, sweeping views, and a well-maintained trail with many switchbacks.
Along the way, there are ruins of a cabin in a lush gully, and then after some more switchbacks, you get to Jones Peak at 3375 feet. The peak offers panoramic views from Mt Wilson to Catalina. Overall it's a solid hike with a little bit of everything. Angeles National Forest is the big mountain range to the northeast of Los Angeles.
You can sometimes see the mountain peaks of Angeles National Forest towering behind Los Angeles on a clear day. You can reach the forest within an hour from Los Angeles. The general condition of trails in Angeles National Forest is pretty good. There are some older trails that aren't used much anymore, and are effectively impassable. Any guide that I have on HikingGuy will have trails in good condition, and if not, I'll note that in the guide. If you're using a map to plan a hike and aren't sure of the conditions, call the ranger station and ask.
All of the hikes I have on this website are safe to do when conditions are normal. When it is winter, some hikes can become mountaineering experiences and are better left for those with lots of experience. Even people with experience die in the mountains of Angeles National Forest every year when the conditions are bad. Switzer Falls might be the best known waterfall hike in Los Angeles County.
This 50-foot waterfall is reachable via a 4.5 mile out-and-back trek that follows a shaded babbling creek down into a wooded canyon. This is one of the most popular hikes in front country of the San Gabriel Mountains.The trail to Switzer Falls begins at Switzer Picnic Area. Cross the bridge and walk down the canyon on a road that was paved 80 years ago . This first stretch of the hike is in the shade with a few crossing of the Arroyo Seco and the opportunity to visit resort era ruins.After a mile the trail leaves the creek and climbs up the canyon wall. From here you will gain a view of the top of Switzer Falls.
The trail continues along the canyon and heads back down to the creek. Follow the trail as it turns upstream toward Switzer Falls. Here you will find fellow hikers enjoying the small pools and cascades beneath the falls.
Southern California's first storm of the season is expected to bring rain and snow to the region, elevating concern about possible mud and debris flows in burn areas and road closures due to snow. Some popular trails in the Angeles National Forest reopened Friday after a monthlong closure because of the active fire and high fire danger. Other roads and trails north of Sierra Madre and Azusa in the burned area remain closed. The most accurate 10 day forecast for Angeles National Forest with highs, lows and chance of precipitation from Foreca. Mandatory evacuations have been ordered and a highway has been closed as dozens of firefighters worked to contain a fast-moving blaze burning in the mountains near Azusa on Thursday afternoon.
Gust vs. Average - WeatherFlow stations are positioned in very good spots to capture ambient wind conditions and averages often reflect actual winds experienced on the water. However, we also include stations from many other sources that may not be ideally placed and gusts can often be a better indicator of conditions. This is a list of all weather stations within 50 km of this location. In the Station Fire, more than 161,000 acres of the forest were burned by an arson fire that began on August 26, 2009, near Angeles Crest Highway in La Cañada and quickly spread, fueled by dry brush that had not burned for over 150 years.
