Bishop, California, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Bishop, California, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Bishop, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Bishop, California, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Bishop, the best time to go is June. See below for details.

Important essentials for Bishop, California, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Bishop, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly product.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Bishop, California, United States of America by month

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January

January for Bishop can be very chilly and snowy. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.

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February

February in this region can be chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.

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March

March in Bishop is mild. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 20% to 30% range on average.

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April

If you visit Bishop during April, you might see that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.

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May

May in Bishop is pretty consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

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June

If you visit Bishop during June, you will probably notice that it is consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.

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July

July in this region is scorchingly hot. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day.

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August

Traveling to Bishop in August, you will notice that it can be excruciatingly hot and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).

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September

If you are traveling to Bishop in September, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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October

October in Bishop is warm. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) to 70s F (mid 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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November

November in Bishop is crisp. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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December

December in Bishop is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 30% to 40% range on average.

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Activities for Bishop, California, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Bishop.

If you go to the Laws Railroad Museum and Historic Site, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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