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

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Traveling to Mariposa, California, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Mariposa, we have 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 Mariposa, California, United States of America

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

Important essentials for Mariposa, California, United States of America

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

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


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans

General health necessities

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

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January

If you vacation in Mariposa during January, you are likely to notice that it is cold. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

If you go to Mariposa in February, you will notice that it is chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

March for Mariposa is crisp. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

If you visit Mariposa during April, you may find that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

If you visit Mariposa during May, you will probably see that it is warm and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

June here is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

If you are traveling to Mariposa in July, you will notice that it can be blisteringly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

If you visit Mariposa during August, you will probably find that it is unbearably hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

If you are traveling to Mariposa in September, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

If you go to Mariposa in October, you will notice that it is balmy. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

If you vacation in Mariposa during November, you might find that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

December in Mariposa is pretty cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you visit the California State Mining and Mineral Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Activities for Mariposa, California, United States of America

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

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