Does anyone know if mid Aug is typically dry on the MR?
Kay
Hi Kay,
I suggest you check out Kurt Wedberg's web page:
http://sierramountaineering.com/Click on the "Photos and Videos" tab, and then "Sierra Trips", and you will find photos of many trips, organized by year. I looked at both 2015 and 2014 and there were trips in July and Aug., none of which showed any significant snow.
Having said that, 2016 is predicted to be a big year for rain and snow, so could be different, but based on a quick look I would guess you should be OK with mid/late Aug.
I went up both the Main Trail (June 20th) and the MR (Sept. 20th) in 2012 and the only snow I encountered was on the Main Trail near the top, and it was not a problem. No gear needed.
Good luck,
John
