Yellowstone National Park weather in August (United States of America)
Curious about the climate in Yellowstone National Park this August? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.
Temperatures
During August, Yellowstone National Park experiences perfect weather, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 22°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 3°C.
Precipitation
Yellowstone National Park in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 35 mm for the month. You can typically expect 11 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Yellowstone National Park. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Yellowstone National Park climate page with graphs.
Yellowstone National Park, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
3°C
Max Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
35 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Where to go in the United States of America in August
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Yellowstone National Park, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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