Yosemite is included in a winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 10:08 a.m. The advisory is valid from Sunday 11 p.m. until Monday, Mar. 17 at 11 p.m.
The said, “Snow expected at elevations mainly above 6,000 feet Sunday night lowering to around 5,000 feet by Monday afternoon. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches with locally heavier amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.”
NWS Hanford CA“Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage,” according to the NWS. “Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.”
The full list of affected locations includes:
Yosemite Upper San Joaquin River Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge Kings Canyon NP Grant Grove area Sequoia NP