Yellowstone National Park weather in May (United States of America)
Will it be rainy or sunny in Yellowstone National Park this May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
The month of May in Yellowstone National Park typically brings low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 12°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C.
Precipitation
Yellowstone National Park in May usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of snow/rain.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
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 May
Min Temperature
-3°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
66 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Where to go in the United States of America in May
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?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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