Mist Trail to Vernal Fall

88 /100
Great day to go Updated 2026-07-21 02:43 UTC
🌡 80°F
🌬 8 mph
💨 AQI 43
🌡 Temperature
80°F
Feels like 75°F
💨 Air Quality
43
Good · O3
🌬 Wind
8 mph
Gusts 15 mph
🌧 Rain Chance
5%
Current conditions
DifficultyModerate
Distance3.6 mi
Elevation Gain1,000 ft
Route TypeOut & back
Best MonthsApr–Oct
Park / AreaYosemite NP
Current Status
5-Day Forecast
Mon
7/20
9%
87°
68°
UV 9
☀️ 05:52–20:16
Tue
7/21
20%
85°
70°
UV 8
☀️ 05:53–20:16
Wed
7/22
7%
87°
68°
UV 9
☀️ 05:54–20:15
Thu
7/23
1%
92°
67°
UV 9
☀️ 05:54–20:14
Fri
7/24
3%
93°
70°
UV 9
☀️ 05:55–20:13
Trail Notes

Extremely slippery when wet — wet season trail

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current conditions at Mist Trail to Vernal Fall?

As of the latest update, Mist Trail to Vernal Fall is scoring 88/100 (Great day to go). Temperature: 80°F, wind: 8 mph, rain chance: 5%. Data is refreshed every 30 minutes.

Is Mist Trail to Vernal Fall dog-friendly?

No, dogs are not permitted on Mist Trail to Vernal Fall.

How difficult is Mist Trail to Vernal Fall?

Mist Trail to Vernal Fall is rated Moderate. The trail is 3.6 miles with 1000 ft of elevation gain.

What is the air quality (AQI) at Mist Trail to Vernal Fall today?

Current AQI at Mist Trail to Vernal Fall is 43 — Good. AQI under 50 is Good; 51-100 is Moderate; above 100 may require a mask.

When is the best time to visit Mist Trail to Vernal Fall?

The best months to hike Mist Trail to Vernal Fall are Apr–Oct.

Typical Weather by Month at Mist Trail to Vernal Fall

Best months to hike Mist Trail to Vernal Fall: Apr–Oct.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowWet Days
January50°F29°F10
February50°F29°F9
March51°F31°F13
April59°F34°F8
May67°F40°F9
June79°F51°F3
July87°F59°F1
August85°F58°F2
September79°F52°F2
October70°F43°F3
November57°F33°F6
December51°F28°F9

Open-Meteo ERA5 historical, 2015-2024. Historical averages — check the live forecast above before you go.

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