Howland Flat, California
Howland Flat: Situated at an elevation of 5,646 feet in the rugged northern Sierra Nevada mountains of Sierra County, this locale sits on a distinct plateau.
About
Howland Flat is a city located in the county of Sierra in the U.S. state of California.
Quick Facts about Howland Flat
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Sierra County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.7149,-120.8866 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 12:00:40 (16th September 2026) |
| Weather | 49℉ Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Howland Flat is located at 39°42'54"N 120°53'12"W (39.7148900, -120.8866200).
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Weather
49°F
Clear
6 mph SSE
Tonight
Clear. Low around 49, with temperatures rising to around 51 overnight. South southeast wind around 6 mph.
7-Day Forecast
Table Rock, Tablerock
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Howland Flat, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114433 | Feather River Community College District | Quincy (CA) | 95971-9124 |
Nearby Transit Stations (18)
Rail and bus stations connected to Howland Flat, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRS | Grass Valley, California | 125 E. Main Street | BUS |
| ORV | Oroville, California | Hwy 70 and Grand Ave. | BUS |
| SOD | Soda Springs, California | 22002 Donner Pass Rd. | BUS |
| COX | Colfax | 99 Railroad St. at Church St. | RAIL |
| TRU | Truckee station | 10065 Donner Pass Road | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Howland Flat.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downievill Post Office | Downieville (CA) | 95936 |