Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
June, July, August
January, February, March, April, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Yosemite National Park?
The best time to visit Yosemite National Park for hiking is June, July, August, 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.
Climate Heatmap
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 Yosemite National Park, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Yosemite National Park
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 29Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -1° | 168 |
February | 30Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -1° | 144 |
March | 35Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 1° | 108 |
April | 43Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 3° | 61 |
May | 56Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 40 |
June | 87Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 21 |
July | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 12 |
August | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 15° | 9 |
September | 65Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 12° | 12 |
October | 55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 7° | 49 |
November | 40Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 2° | 80 |
December | 31Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -1° | 159 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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🗺️ Plan your hiking trip to Yosemite National Park
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