Climate guide for Yosemite, United States

Best Time to Visit
Yosemite

How to read the score (0–10)
05810
UnfavorableGoodOptimal

About Yosemite

Yosemite National Park crowns California's Sierra—El Capitan, Half Dome, and spring waterfalls in glacier-carved valleys. In United States, late spring through early autumn usually delivers the most reliable conditions for nature travel — then use monthly climate scores to fine-tune around crowds, storms, or snow depth.

Things to do in Yosemite

Yosemite, United States. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Yosemite, United States?
The best months to visit Yosemite are July, June, May, August, April, September. July is the single peak month with a climate score of 9.6/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and historical sunny days.
What is the weather like in Yosemite year-round?
Yosemite has a nature and wildlife climate profile. Average monthly temperatures range from 3°C in January to 22°C in July, with climate scores between 5.0 and 9.6 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Yosemite?
The lowest-scoring months in Yosemite are December (5.0/10), January (5.2/10), November (5.8/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer sunny days.
When is the rainy season in Yosemite?
November is the wettest month in Yosemite, averaging about 70 mm of rainfall. February is the driest, at roughly 50 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Yosemite?
July sees the most sun in Yosemite, with about 23 sunny days on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Yosemite good for nature and wildlife travel?
Yosemite is profiled as a nature and wildlife destination in Attraction, United States. Its highest-scoring window (July, June, May, August, April, September) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Yosemite calculated?
Each month is rated 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Yosemite: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and historical sunny days - weighted for a nature and wildlife trip.

Explore by month

Curated in Yosemite

Tickets & experiences

More destinations in United States

Explore destinations around the world