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Mariposa County Burn Day Information

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Permissive Burn Day as of 6:37 A.M.

Burn Permit Required from CAL FIRE
Permit May Be Required from Mariposa County
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Mariposa and Yosemite Valley Weather for Thursday, May 7, 2026
Note: Valid at 6:00 A.M.

Sunny and much warmer with a high temp of around 81 degrees and a low temp of around 57 degrees.

Yosemite Valley: Sunny and warmer with a high temp of around 79 degrees and a low temp of around 49 degrees. Possible daytime 15 mph wind gusts.

Mariposa weather for Friday: Sunny and slightly warmer with a high temp of around 82 degrees and a low temp of around 56 degrees.

Future high temps for Mariposa: Sat.: 83 degrees. Sun.: 88 degrees. Mon.: 92 degrees.

Mariposa’s future rain chances: No rain through at least Wednesday.

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Sonora Pass (Highway 108) to Reopen Thursday Afternoon, May 3, 2018

Highway 108
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May 3, 2018 - BISHOP - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will reopen Sonora Pass (SR-108) at 2:00 P.M. this afternoon.

Ice, snow and debris removal work has been completed to ensure the traveling public’s safety.

Caltrans reminds drivers to carry chains and to be prepared for all driving conditions.

We recommend carrying blankets, water, food, a shovel, gloves, a flashlight, and sand or kitty litter to provide traction in case your vehicle becomes stuck.

For the latest highway information please visit the Caltrans QuickMap site at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or call the Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).

For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Be Work Zone Alert.
Source: Caltrans