We’ve never had control of the weather, and there have been plenty of instances through the years where Mt. LeConte seems to make its own weather (though not in same way as say Mt. Rainier). So of course guaranteeing what guests and day hikers are going to experience day in and day out inherently comes with some uncertainty. But this October has certainly bucked the trends and become quite predictable. Sunshine? Clear skies? Cool mornings near 40°? Warm afternoons near 60°? Just copy and paste day after day this month. It just wouldn’t be right to be an overnight guest and skip out on a famous sunset at Cliff Tops right now, because plenty of guests past who’ve missed out to due clouds and rain would gladly swap places if they could. If you aren’t getting an early start, you’ll find that in those sunny places partway up the trail it’s still getting plenty warm by midday. So don’t be surprised if you begin your trek in parkas, hats, and gloves but eventually transition to shorts and a shirt. Not a bad deal all things considered. Plus it gives you an excuse to stop and admire the fine fall foliage taking place between 3,000-5,000’ right now.
Have a great day.
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