Area Forecast Discussion
Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley
Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster

Synopsis – THU JAN 08 2026

Mostly sunny today, then a slight chance of showers tonight into Thursday in Mammoth, as a cold shortwave from the North drops South into the Great Basin. This one will only bring dusting to the Sierra. Little or no snow accumulation is expected in the Owens Valley. Blustery conditions expected, with cold AM temps today / Friday. Dry conditions will resume Friday and the the weekend, with moderating temps…DMATT

Area Wide Temperatures Today:

Bishop: 43 / 16
Big Pine: 43 / 21
Independence: 44 / 25
Lone Pine: 42 / 28
Olancha: 45 / 28
Mammoth Lakes: 24 / 10
Death Valley: 63 / 40