Kings Canyon · December · California
Kings Canyon National Park in December
December is a fair month for Kings Canyon National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 49°F and lows 30°F, with about 5.24 inches of rain.
December is rated fair at Kings Canyon. Consider Jul–Sep instead.
What to expect
Honest take: December is not the month for Kings Canyon. Grant Grove stays open and snowy, with sledding and snowshoeing. The road into the canyon to Cedar Grove is closed.
Kings Canyon and Sequoia share one entrance fee and connect via the Generals Highway, so do them together.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Jul–Sep.
- Closest airport: Fresno (FAT), about 1.5 hours.
- Before you go: The scenic byway to Cedar Grove closes in winter. Chains may be required on park roads from fall to spring. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is December a good time to visit Kings Canyon National Park?
December is a fair month for Kings Canyon National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 49°F and lows 30°F, with about 5.24 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Kings Canyon National Park in December?
Highs average 49°F and lows 30°F, with about 5.24 inches of rain. Conditions are fair this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.
How crowded is Kings Canyon National Park in December?
December is one of the quietest months at Kings Canyon National Park.