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Mariposa and Yosemite Valley Weather for Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Note: Valid at 6:00 A.M.

Sunny and warmer with a high temp of around 88 degrees and a low temp of around 67 degrees.

Yosemite Valley: Sunny and warmer with a high temp of around 87 degrees and a low temp of around 54 degrees. Possible daytime 15 mph wind gusts.

Mariposa weather for Thursday: Sunny and warmer with a high temp of around 92 degrees and a low temp of around 67 degrees.

Future high temps for Mariposa: Fri.: 86 degrees. Sat.: 84 degrees. Sun.: 79 degrees.

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Friday, October 2, 2026

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Solar Installer Job Position
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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