Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
August, July, June
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
Good For
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Yellowstone National Park?
The best time to visit Yellowstone National Park for hiking is August, July, June, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
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See at a glance which months offer the best outdoor activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Yellowstone National Park, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Yellowstone National Park
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 42Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -7° | 43 |
February | 42Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -7° | 34 |
March | 41Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -3° | 39 |
April | 41Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 1° | 44 |
May | 42Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 54 |
June | 68Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 59 |
July | 83Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 30 |
August | 84Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 14° | 35 |
September | 66Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 9° | 39 |
October | 44Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 3° | 42 |
November | 43Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -4° | 38 |
December | 42Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -7° | 39 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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🗺️ Plan your hiking trip to Yellowstone National Park
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