Hume California Map

About Hume, California

Hume is a locality in Fresno County, California, United States. It is a small community with a population of 180. The population density is 2.0 people per km². Hume is located at 36.7849°N, 118.9137°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 93628.

Hume lies cradled in a landscape sculpted by ancient granite and the persistent work of water. It lies 27.9 miles east of Heights, CA (from Heights, CA: bearing 89°T), and is situated 32.5 miles east-northeast of Reedley. The air here carries the scent of pine and damp earth, a testament to its deep inland setting, far from any salty breath of the coast. To the north, the immense Sierra Nevada range looms, a distant, majestic presence, while closer at hand, the terrain rises and falls in forested slopes. Hume Lake itself, a jewel of cool, clear water, reflects the sky and the surrounding trees, its surface often disturbed only by the gentle ripple of a breeze. Nearby, Tenmile Creek murmurs its ceaseless song, a silver thread through the verdant expanse, and the vastness of Giant Sequoia National Monument enfolds Hume, a constant reminder of the colossal life that has long called this place home. The history of Hume is intertwined with the giants of the forest and the enduring spirit of those who sought refuge and sustenance in these wilder reaches. Long before it was a named locality, this area was a vital part of the ecosystem, and later, a destination for those drawn by the allure of the sequoias and the rugged beauty. The local economy, though modest, finds its roots in the surrounding natural resources, drawing visitors and supporting those who tend to the land and its heritage. The presence of Whitaker Forest nearby hints at the ongoing importance of conservation and ecological study in this region. Life in Hume moves with a different cadence, a slower beat dictated by the seasons and the quiet grandeur of its surroundings, a place where the whispers of the past are carried on the wind through the ancient trees.

About This Hume Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hume, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.784946, -118.913718. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Hume and Fresno County.

Detailed location data for Hume includes the ZIP code (93628), telephone area code (760), county seat of Fresno County (Fresno), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Hume is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.