Expedition Intelligence monitors live weather conditions along the Rubicon Trail. Check conditions at the trailhead, mid-trail, and the Lake Tahoe exit before heading out.
Last updated: 10:05:11 AM
Overcast
Feels like 52°F
6 mph
Wind
59%
Humidity
60 mi
Visibility
52°F
Feels Like
TODAY
Mar 28
Overcast
TOMORROW
Mar 29
Overcast
MON
Mar 30
Overcast
TUE
Mar 31
Drizzle
WED
Apr 1
Drizzle
THU
Apr 2
Drizzle
FRI
Apr 3
Clear sky
Rain in the Forecast
Wet granite is extremely slippery. Pack rain gear, tarps for camp, and expect slower progress on obstacles. Winch use may increase.
High UV Exposure
UV index above 6 at elevation. Pack SPF 50+, a wide-brim hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.
Always Pack For Change
Sierra weather shifts fast. Even on clear days, pack rain gear and warm layers. Afternoon thunderstorms can appear with little warning at elevation.